The Academy of Distinguished Researchers represents the highest recognition of research and creative excellence at the Âé¶¹Çø. Membership is reserved for current Distinguished University Professor faculty members, who are awarded permanent distinction in the Academy for their sustained and nationally recognized contributions to scholarship. In addition, recipients of DU’s Research Scholar (Emerging, Established, or Eminent) and Creative Works awards are elected to the Academy for two, four, or six-year terms, corresponding to their career level.
The Academy underscores DU’s commitment as an R1 university to advancing impactful research and creative activity. Its members serve as role models, advocates, and advisors, fostering a vibrant research culture that inspires innovation, collaboration, and scholarly achievement across the university.
A full listing of all Distinguished University Professors can be found on our Faculty Senate ·É±ð²ú²õ¾±³Ù±ð.Ìý
Academy of Distinguished Researchers
Name
Division
Year Inducted
TermÌý
Natural Sciences and Mathematics
2009
Ongoing
College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences
2020
Ongoing
College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences
2007
Ongoing
Josef Korbel School of Global and Public Affairs
2021
Ongoing
Morgridge College of Education
2018
Ongoing
College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences
2023
Ongoing
Natural Sciences and Mathematics
1997
Ongoing
Josef Korbel School of Global and Public Affairs
2014
Ongoing
Josef Korbel School of Global and Public Affairs
2019
Ongoing
Josef Korbel School of Global and Public Affairs
2010
Ongoing
Morgridge College of Education
2018
Ongoing
Ritchie School of Engineering and Computer Science
2013
Ongoing
College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences
2021
Ongoing
Ritchie School of Engineering and Computer ScienceÌý
2011
Ongoing
Josef Korbel School of Global and Public Affairs
2015
Ongoing
Ritchie School of Engineering and Computer Science