Dr. Alyssa Panitch has been presented with the first Biomedical Engineering Graduate Student Association (BMEGSA) Faculty Award for Mentoring. "Dr. Panitch," states Jon Boley, chair of the BMEGSA professional development committee, "is an outstanding advisor and mentor to many graduate students, and the BME Graduate Student Association is proud to award her for her efforts." Dr. Panitch received the most votes from the graduate students of the nominees for the award. "My favorite part of my job is working with the students, so it is especially nice to be recognized for mentoring," said Dr. Panitch, who was presented the award on August 20th.