b'DR. PATRICKDr. Patrick Bennett, vice president, Academic Quality + Planning IN MEMORIAMand dean of the School of Education, has been recognized as aBENNETT2022 Outstanding Intrapreneur Award recipient. RECOGNIZED ASAs an education sector 2022 Outstanding Intrapreneur Award The success of any institution is dependent upon individuals who share their expertise, OUTSTANDINGrecipient, Dr. Bennett was recognized for his leadership of efforts toinsights and passion. In 2022, Franklin University sadly lost two such individuals, Clarke create programs and pathways that enable community college transfer INTRAPRENEUR students and adult learners seeking to change careers to becomePrice and Dr. Alex Heckman. While they held different roles, both were tireless advocates licensed teachers in the State of Ohio. More than providing access for the University and its mission and left an indelible mark on our institution and the lives and pathways, the initiative responds to an acute teacher shortageof those they touched. They are sadly missed by the members of the Franklin University in Ohio and values inclusive excellence and new pathways to career opportunity by targeting underserved populations of learners andcommunity and by those who benefited from their counsel and leadership. establishing a new learner-to-teacher talent ecosystem in the region. I am honored to accept the Outstanding Intrapreneur Award for the Education Sector. Thank you to the Global Intrapreneurs Institute for recognizing our work, shared Dr. Bennett. As a student-centered institution, weve worked extremely hard at Franklin to innovate within the School of Education as an intrapreneurial unit to create programs that increase access and improve student success.Through Dr. Bennetts vision and leadership, Franklin launched its post-baccalaureate program and an entire undergraduate education program. Accentuating the effort, these programs have been awarded accreditation by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation, demonstrating the quality of instruction and curriculum. Continued advancements in education offerings include distinctive community college education program partnerships across the stateof Ohio that foster collaboration among faculty and staff at the university and educators in schools and community colleges. DR. LESLIE MATHEW RECEIVES EXEMPLARY SERVICE AWARDDr. Mathew has committed his career to serving others in the healthcare sector for over 35 years.After completing his MD and a clinical career for 20 years, he earned a masters in biotechnology enterprise from Johns Hopkins University, in additionClarke Price Dr. Alex Heckmanto completing the Executive MBA program from the Fisher College of Business, while working asClarke Price was a longtime member and pastDr. Alex Heckman served as a department administrative director of operations at The Ohiochair of Franklins Board of Trustees. His wise andchair and was the founding chair for the public State University Medical Center. impassioned leadership was matched only by hisadministration programs. His impassioned engaged and optimistic support of the Universityadvancement of the study of public administration Dr. Leslie Mathew, chair of the Master of HealthcareAs a faculty member and program chair at Franklinand those it serves. fueled his experiences to help the greater central Administration and the MBA-Healthcare programs,for the past 12 years, Dr. Mathew encourages hisOhio community.and faculty member of the Doctor of Healthcarestudents to achieve higher levels of excellence. A proud Franklin alumnus and veteran of the Administration program was selected as an AmericanAn active member of Franklins Faculty U.S. Army, Clarke used his expertise to serve theDr. Heckman was a public servant for more than College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE) Exemplary Development Committee, Dr. Mathew is an Franklin Board, overseeing a significant strategic20 years, including serving as a member of Service Award recipient. advocate for lifelong learning and has won shift for the University that placed it on a pathWesterville City Council and Westerville School multiple awards for teaching excellence.that allowed it to emerge strengthened from theBoard, a performance audit manager for the The ACHE Recognition Program celebrates membersCOVID-19 pandemic. As chair of the GovernanceOhio Auditor of State, and a non-partisan budget commitment to the healthcare management profession.He is also a certified speaker, trainer and coachCommittee and the Ad Hoc Committee onand policy analyst for the Ohio Legislature. His Recognition is bestowed at three levels, based on awith the John Maxwell Team, in addition to beingStrategy, Clarke provided mature and intelligentkey accomplishments while on City Council range of specific volunteer activities demonstratingan ACHE Executive Coach partner. His passionleadership to the highest levels of policymakinginclude championing multiple programs to leadership and contributions to furthering professionalis stimulating personal growth and leadershipfor the University. help low-income residents, enacting a LGBTQ excellence. Dr. Mathews healthcare volunteerdevelopment among students and upcomingnon-discrimination ordinance, and advancing achievements have earned him the top-tier award level. professionals worldwide. sustainability and public transportation initiatives.08 Clocktower | Franklin News Clocktower | Franklin News 09'