Alumnus and Adjunct Faculty Member Recognized with Excellence in Teaching Award
John Conte ’09, adjunct faculty member in the College of Arts & Sciences and co-director of the Widener University Observatory, has received the Excellence in Teaching Award for 2024 from Franklin Mint Federal Credit Union.
Conte is recognized for his work as a physics teacher at Interboro High School. A cash prize is presented to award recipients for classroom expenses, as well as directly to their schools.
“I’m humbled and overwhelmed by the fact that I was selected among thousands of hardworking and dedicated teachers from all over Philadelphia and the surrounding counties. I believe teaching is one of the most rewarding careers you could have. It requires a lot of time and energy but the ability to make a positive impact on so many lives is an absolute privilege,” said Conte.