Posted September 2, 2008 - 2:35pm by Rosa Valencia
The San Francisco State University has chosen Professor Martin Linder to receive the 2008 Sarlo Distinguished Teaching Award. The award is given to a faculty member whom demonstrates “extraordinary, meaningful, and lasting” contributions in field of teaching at SFSU.
Professor Linder is a Graduate of Cranbrook Academy of Art’s MFA Three Dimensional Design Program and principal of the award winning Industrial Design Firm MSL Design.
Professor Linder has repeatedly demonstrated excellence in the field of education while working within San Francisco State University's Design and Industry Department to educate and inspire the next generation of designers. He has served as the graduate advisor to Design and Industry students, sat upon the Academic Senate, conducted classes ranging from basic to advanced
design and research theory, and served as a connecting point between students and the professional world. Enabled by his guidance and vision, organizations such as iDo (Industrial Design Outreach) connect college level designers with local elementary and high school students. Professor Linder's
passion for education and community involvement are demonstrated by iDo's mission to provide outreach to students who are traditionally outside of the university setting through free design and handcraft education. Professor Linder's contributions within and outside of the university stand as a model for excellence in education.
