In addition to his strong in-class teaching performance, he was the principal motivator and architect of the recent improvements to the environmental engineering curriculum. His courses are known for their rigor and their connection to real-world problems, but it is also known that Professor Ramsburg will go the extra mile to help students succeed. As one of his recommender’s stated, “Students quickly understand that (a) they’ll be empowered by the experience, and (b) he’ll do anything and everything to help them learn.” His students have recognized his passion for teaching by awarding him the 2012 Professor of the Year.