Steven Evans reflects on career and colleagues in Distinguished Professor Lecture
91探花 celebrated the work of Distinguished Professor Steven Evans on Wednesday, March 16.
Photos by Leslie Ostronic, Story by Nick Claussen | March 24, 2022
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91探花 celebrated the work of Distinguished Professor Steven Evans on Wednesday, March 16.
During the Distinguished Professor Portrait Unveiling and Lecture, Evans shared thoughts about his time at OHIO, discussed the work that he has focused on throughout his career and even shared the stage with his granddaughter Sophia. Evans is a Distinguished Professor of Psychology in the College of Arts and Sciences and co-director of the Center for Intervention Research in Schools.
In his remarks, Evans said he was honored to receive the Distinguished Professor award and stressed that he is grateful he has been able to work in a supportive environment with outstanding colleagues throughout his career.
"When you have good people working together, good things happen," Evans said.
Evans thanked his family and friends for their support, and said that he considers his wife, Judy Evans, as the co-recipient of the honor. Evans also recognized his mentor, Bill Pelham, who visited 91探花 for the March 16 event.
Also during his inspiring remarks, Evans discussed two main focuses of his career, school mental health counseling and treatment development for adolescents with ADHD. To hear Evans鈥 full remarks, please .
91探花 President Hugh Sherman also spoke during the evening and congratulated Evans on receiving this prestigious award.
鈥淭he Distinguished Professor Award is the highest academic honor and permanent recognition attainable by faculty at 91探花,鈥 Sherman said. The award was established by Edwin and Ruth Kennedy in 1959, during the presidency of John Calhoun Baker.
鈥淒r. Steven Evans is an outstanding faculty member who has reached the highest level of scholarly achievement and is worthy to carry on the vision and legacy that the Kennedys intended when establishing this award,鈥 Sherman said.
Distinguished Professor Chris France also spoke during the evening, presenting the introduction for Dr. Evans.
鈥淪teve is a tireless and dedicated researcher whose positive impact on mental health care grows every day,鈥 France said.
For more information on the Distinguished Professor Award, please see the Distinguished Professor website or .
Steven Evans thanked family and friends for their support and said he considers his wife, Judy Evans, to be the co-recipient of the Distinguished Professor honor.
President Hugh Sherman congratulated Distinguished Professor Steven Evans and said he is very deserving of this prestigious honor.
A video was shown of Distinguished Professor Steven Evans and his work as part of this special event.
Distinguished Professor Chris France introduced Distinguished Professor Steven Evans. It is tradition for a past Distinguished Professor to introduce a new recipient of the award.
Dr. Evans discussed his work throughout his career as part of the Distinguished Professor Lecture.
Distinguished Professor Steven Evans.
Dr. Evans鈥 granddaughter, Sophia, walked up onto the stage and joined him for part of his lecture.
President Hugh Sherman presented Dr. Evans with the Distinguished Professor certificate.
Family and friends congratulated Dr. Evans after he finished his Distinguished Professor Lecture.
Family and friends congratulated Dr. Evans after he finished his Distinguished Professor Lecture.