Image: Dr. Pollack's award recognized his accomplishments as a world-class researcher who uses his research ability and breadth of knowledge to inform and enhance his teaching. He is a very popular and successful instructor, as well as an outstanding mentor for students interested in undergraduate research or further study. He is a gifted expositor who has written two well-received textbooks (as well as over 90 peer-reviewed papers!). He is a highly regarded supervisor of graduate student research, and a valuable contributor to teaching-related outreach.