Jason Kirby, Ph.D., associate professor in the School of Engineering, has received the 2026 Ellen Gregg Ingalls/UAB National Alumni Society Award for Lifetime Achievement in Teaching.
Another student praised Kirby’s “patience, understanding and a deep commitment to every student’s success, no matter their struggle.”
An impact that extends beyond graduation Many letters from Kirby’s former students highlighted his continuing impact in their professional roles.
“Rapid growth presents many challenges, and the foundation I built with Dr. Kirby’s program has been essential in helping me navigate them.
Several of us traveled to Birmingham to walk at graduation, largely to thank and celebrate with Dr. Kirby in person.”