Professor Mark Sandberg Awarded Distinguished Teaching Award

March 25, 2025

The campus community is invited to celebrate the remarkable achievements of Professor Mark Sandberg, who will be honored at the 65th Annual Distinguished Teaching Award (DTA) ceremony. The event will highlight Professor Sandberg’s inspiring and transformative contributions to teaching in the fields of Scandinavian and Film and Media.

Wednesday, April 23, 2025

Ceremony 5:30-7:00 p.m. followed by an open reception

West Pauley Ballroom, MLK Student Center

Professor Sandberg is among five faculty members selected to receive this prestigious recognition, which celebrates faculty who have had a profound impact on students through their dedication to excellence in teaching. His work stands as an exemplary model of expertise, inclusiveness, and passion in the classroom.

This year’s other DTA recipients include:

  • Helen Bateup, Associate Professor, Neuroscience

  • Dan Garcia, Teaching Professor, Computer Science

  • Kranthi Mandadapu, Associate Professor, Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering

  • Sarah Stanley, Associate Professor, Molecular and Cell Biology

These exceptional educators, including Professor Sandberg, demonstrate the depth and breadth of excellent teaching across Berkeley’s diverse academic landscape. All students, faculty, and staff are encouraged to attend the ceremony to celebrate Professor Sandberg and his fellow honorees for their lasting impact on Berkeley’s academic community.