Organ Mountain News report

LAS CRUCES - Doña Ana Community College business professor Joaquin Tadeo has been awarded the Donald C. Roush Excellence in Teaching Award, an annual recognition given to one DACC faculty member for their contributions to teaching.

Tadeo, who has been with DACC for nearly 20 years, previously received the award in 2010 and has been nominated multiple times. His teaching methods include personalized Zoom meetings, recorded lectures and interactive discussions. He also works with dual credit and early college high school students, attending school events and providing mentorship.

Tadeo said student success remains his top priority. He considers commencement ceremonies one of the most meaningful moments of his career, as they represent students reaching their goals.

The Donald C. Roush Excellence in Teaching Award was established by New Mexico State University in 1984 by the Academic Deans’ Council to honor Roush, a former executive vice president, for his commitment to teaching. The award is based on evaluations from students, department heads, deans and branch campus directors.