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“In reviewing Scherlen’s nomination, the committee was particularly impressed with his impact on the political science curriculum at Appalachian State University in being embedded in the undergraduate research methods course as well as his implementation of a two-year NEH grant dealing with Muslim culture and politics within the community,” said award chair Julie Leuzinger, head of library learning services and political science librarian at the University of North Texas. “The committee also noted that the nomination came from the chair of the department he serves. Scherlen’s work touches on a number of the categories for award winners including innovation in teaching and learning, scholarship and research, and civic engagement.”