Celebrating Our Stars: Students Thank Faculty

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Example of the STAR Certificate that includes the instructor's name and Thank you in large text. In place of the student's comment which would normally be on the certificate, the phrase "Words of appreciation to YOU!"
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Summary

In Fall 2025, 33 STAR certificates were awarded to AU Online instructors, each featuring a heartfelt note of thanks from a student.

AU Online is proud to continue the Instructor STAR (Special Thanks and Recognition) Program—a meaningful way for students to share appreciation for the instructors who make a difference in their online learning experience. Through STARs, students can recognize anything an instructor does in an AUO course that leaves a positive impact, with each message delivered as a personalized certificate after final grades are submitted.

In Fall 2026, 33 STAR certificates were awarded to AU Online instructors, each featuring a heartfelt note of thanks from a student. These messages highlighted exceptional support, dedication, responsiveness, and the care our faculty bring to their online classrooms.

To all of our STAR recipients: thank you for the work you do and the lives you impact through your teaching. We’re honored to help share these moments of gratitude and look forward to celebrating even more AU Online stars in the semesters ahead.

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