K. Peter Kuchinke (Ph.D. ’97) Professor in the Department of Education Policy, Organization and Leadership, was recognized with the 2016/2017 College of Education Distinguished Senior Scholar Award in May. The award is given in recognition of sustained scholarly quality, significance, and productivity to individuals beyond 10 years from receiving their terminal degree. Peter’s research interests include the role of work in overall life design, cross-cultural differences in career preparation and development, and professional ethics. He has published over 150 scholarly articles and book chapters and presented his research at more than 50 national and international education conferences. His current service appointments include Director of Graduate Studies; President of the University Council for Workforce and Human Resource Education; and PromoDoc Ambassador for the European Union’s Erasmus Mundus Program. He was recognized as the 2015 Outstanding Scholar, Academy of Human Resource Development.