Professor James Thomson has been chosen as a recipient of a Faculty of Arts and Science Outstanding Teaching Award for 2012-2013.

Dean Gertler noted that he received a number of strong nominations from across the Faculty and that the clear leaders where chosen to receive the award, and that James’ nomination file demonstrated widespread enthusiasm for his performance as a teacher.

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James will be presented with his award at a reception on Tuesday, April 16, 2013, 4:00 to 6:00 pm in the Debates Room, Hart House; all are welcome.