Political Science Professor Monti Datta Receives Advisor Excellence Award

Monti Datta, associate professor of political science, has received the 2020-21 Advisor Excellence Award.  

This award was established in 2007 to recognize an outstanding academic advisor, and Datta was nominated for the award by both advisees and colleagues who admire his commitment to academic advising.  

Comments about Datta included:

“Dr. Datta has been a very helpful advisor, both in and out of the classroom.” 

“Monti is very, very student centered. As an advisor, he goes above and beyond every day.” 

“Monti been extraordinary at building a relationship of trust, respect, and concern for students.” 

“Monti has been a constant source of support.” 

“In addition to being an advisor, Monti has been a loyal friend and staunch advocate.” 

The Advisor Excellence Award is a University-wide award that can be received by an advisor in any of UR’s five schools. The list of past winners is available here.