Professor Hannah Christensen has been recognised with a Mathematical, Physical, and Life Sciences (MPLS) Division Teaching Award 2026. The annual awards recognise excellence and innovation in education across the Division and welcomed nominations from all those involved in teaching activities, from graduate students and postdoctoral researchers to faculty and learning support staff. The winners were chosen by a cross-departmental panel chaired by Professor Martin Castell, Associate Head of Division (Taught Degrees).
Professor Christensen is an Associate Professor in Physical Climate at the Sub-department of Atmospheric, Oceanic and Planetary Physics and her nomination outlines the consistently strong and positive feedback she received from students for her lecture course. It highlights her engaging and accessible teaching style, as well as the care she takes to explain complex material clearly and effectively. The nomination also recognises Professor Christensen’s ongoing commitment to delivering a high-quality learning experience, noting the positive impact her teaching has had on students’ understanding, confidence, and engagement throughout the course. Overall, the feedback reflects the value students placed on her teaching and the meaningful contribution she has made to their learning experience.
‘Hannah is a great role model to the department and I am absolutely delighted that her commitment and excellence have been recognised with this award,’ comments Professor Andrew Boothroyd, Head of Department. ‘She engages, encourages and inspires her students to reach their potential – all while establishing herself as a leading authority in her field of research. Congratulations Hannah!’