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Peter Leavitt awarded 2026 Barry Beyerstein Award for Excellence in Teaching
Dr. Peter Leavitt has received the 2026 Barry Beyerstein Award for Excellence in Teaching. Based on student and faculty nominations, this annual award recognizes outstanding teaching contributions by regular faculty members. Within the Department of Psychology, Leavitt teaches PSYC 100, PSYC 201W, and PSYC 300W.
Nominators highlighted Leavitt鈥檚 enthusiasm for psychology, dedication to student success, and ability to foster an engaging and supportive learning environment. Students praised his ability to make complex concepts accessible while encouraging critical thinking and helping them connect psychological principles to everyday life.
鈥淒r. Leavitt has a profound respect for the discipline and cares deeply about his job and students. We go over examples and connect them with our day to day scenarios - that really helps me critically think about concepts we are learning instead of just memorizing it,鈥� shared one student nominator.
Another nominator recognized Leavitt鈥檚 commitment to adapting his teaching practices in response to emerging challenges in higher education, 鈥淒r. Leavitt is a dedicated and passionate teacher who is takes the context of AI in higher education seriously. He is constantly educating himself about new issues to be aware of, staying on top of new trends that can impact undergraduate education.鈥�
Leavitt鈥檚 passion for psychology, innovative teaching practices, and commitment to student learning exemplify the qualities celebrated by the Barry Beyerstein Award for Excellence in Teaching.
As one student notes, "Peter is naturally inquisitive, enthusiastic, and engaged. It is clear that he has a deep passion and love for Psychology, and it shines through his teaching."