A passion for teaching has earned Charles Sturt University (CSU) Faculty of Education academic Dr Beverley Moriarty an award for her efforts. The inaugural CSU Faculty of Education Citation for Outstanding Contributions to Student Learning Award was offered for the first time in 2010 and invited all Faculty of Education staff at CSU to apply. The evaluation panel noted the strong feedback from students in an application that reflected Dr Moriarty’s passion for teaching and dedication to students. “Charles Sturt University values its academic staff and rewards the quality of teaching and learning experiences, as this is the core of what we do.” explained Dr Alan Bain, acting Sub-Dean Learning and Teaching and Associate Professor at the School of Teacher Education. “What came through in Dr Moriarty’s application was her responsiveness and sensitivity to the needs of students. She has a real passion for what she’s doing.” The Award’s application process asks the applicant to support their case with feedback from peers, students and referees.