ISyE Professor Nick Arnosti Recieves the Russell J. Penrose Excellence in Teaching Award

The Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering (ISyE) is pleased to announce the recipient of the 2025 Russell J. Penrose Excellence in Teaching Award - Assistant Professor Nick Arnosti. 

ISyE students and faculty nominated Professor Arnosti because of his fun and engaging courses, as well as his enthusiasm for the material. 

" . . . this is the correct way of teaching and making students feel interested and attracted to research," says on nomination quote. 

Another student nomination reflects, "Professor Arnosti is a teacher who goes above and beyond in his teaching. Instead of just presenting for a whole class, he'll use creative examples or interactive learning to demonstrate what he's trying to teach."

With his focus on student growth and engagement, and his passion for the field, Professor Arnosti's significant impact on students' educational journey and the department proves he is well deserving of this award.

About the Award
Russell J. Penrose Excellence in Teaching Award in ISyE was created by College of Science and Engineering (CSE) alumnus Russell J. “Russ” Penrose, EE ‘49, in celebration of the creation of the Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering. This award honors an ISyE faculty member who has demonstrated leadership and outstanding efforts in their work as educators.

Russ Penrose is a great friend of CSE. Over the years, Russ Penrose has invested generously in the people and spaces across CSE, with scholarships for honors students, facilities, fellowships and faculty support.  When Russ heard that ISyE was the college’s newest department, he dedicated the Penrose Teaching Award endowment to celebrate CSE’s investment in ISyE’s program. 

Congratulations, Professor Arnosti!