Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) announced that President John M. Berry and Ohio State University at Newark Dean Matt Smith presented the Julius S. and Joette Greenstein Award to Asif Khan.
The Greenstein Award is presented annually to faculty, staff, or administrators at COTC or Ohio State Newark who demonstrate actions that promote cooperation and mutual respect between the two institutions. This year, Asif Khan, associate professor of engineering and information technology at COTC, received the award during a faculty event on August 18, according to COTC.
Khan, a COTC alumnus, has taught at the college for 11 years and has served as program director of the engineering and IT department for the past four years. Lisa Varrasso, associate professor of English and communication at COTC and one of Khan’s nominators, said he "is uniquely positioned to assist our students with preparing for their educational journey beyond our campus." Colleagues noted that Khan guides students through hands-on demonstrations and training while also collaborating with faculty on projects benefiting both campuses, according to COTC.
Along with the Greenstein Award, Khan has received the Transitions Alumni Award and twice earned COTC’s Teaching Excellence Award. Kimberly Goudy, professor of business management technology at COTC, said Khan "has helped build an inclusive and supportive environment where students and faculty from both institutions can thrive together." Thomas Comisford, assistant professor of engineering technology at COTC, added that his efforts "have fostered an unprecedented level of cooperation" between the two campuses, strengthening academic partnerships and improving student experiences, according to COTC.
Central Ohio Technical College (COTC) is a state-assisted institution that provides a range of academic programs, including bachelor’s degrees, associate degrees, and certificates. Established in 1971 and chartered by the Ohio Board of Regents, the college has been accredited by the Higher Learning Commission since 1975. Serving Licking, Knox, and Coshocton counties, COTC offers education through four campuses and online courses. The college is committed to unlocking the potential of its students by offering programs in high-demand fields as well as transfer degrees that enable students to continue their education toward a bachelor’s degree.
