By Jennifer Tidball, K-State News and Communications Services
Kansas State University has named two professors as 2020 university distinguished professors, which is a lifetime title that is the highest honor the university bestows on its faculty members.
The professors receiving the distinction include Christine Aikens, professor of chemistry, and Thomas Barstow, professor of kinesiology.
"Dr. Aikens and Dr. Barstow both demonstrate our land-grant mission of excellence in teaching, research and service," said Charles Taber, university provost and executive vice president. "They are both leading researchers in their fields with excellent records of teaching and mentoring students. They are well-deserving of this distinction."
University distinguished professors are appointed following a universitywide nomination and evaluation process conducted by the provost. Both faculty members will receive a personalized plaque and medallion at the university's fall 2020 commencement ceremonies.