For more than three decades, David Dessler taught government as a professor at the College of William and Mary in Virginia. David Dessler was elected to become president of the faculty assembly in 2013 and received the college’s Thomas Jefferson Teaching Award in 1991.
The College of William and Mary awards the Thomas Jefferson Teaching Award to faculty members who are encouraged and influenced by Thomas Jefferson. These individuals have demonstrated a commitment to improving society and individuals through the stimulation and inspiration of learning. This commitment is demonstrated through their influence and character. The College of William and Mary gives the Thomas Jefferson Teaching Award to younger teaching members on staff in any department.
