STLI Fellows for Excellence in Teaching

Leslie Grant, from the School of Education, leads a project to improve peer observation of teaching at the university level. Based on her research and experience, she’s implementing a strengths-based model to foster trust and growth in teaching practices. Grant aims to advance scholarship on peer observation through this initiative, sharing findings via presentations and publications to contribute insights on teaching evaluation and professional development.

Len Neighbors, Director of Speech at William & Mary, has nearly 30 years of experience teaching oral communication skills. He’s developing a course for the Barr Prize speaking contest and, as an STLI Fellow, creating resources to enhance student presentations. With expertise in web development and audience engagement, Len is dedicated to improving communication education across the curriculum, recognizing its importance for academic and professional success.