Loe Schlicher nominated for national teaching award
Loe Schlicher is a finalist for the ISO Teacher of the Year 2026. His teaching connects mathematical decision making with societal challenges. The award ceremony takes place on March 30.
The nomination of Loe Schlicher for the ISO Teacher of the Year 2026 highlights how his work within Industrial Engineering and Innovation Sciences is valued by both students and colleagues. This national award, organized by the Interstedelijk Studenten Overleg, recognizes educators whose teaching leaves a lasting impact. On March 30, the winner of the title will be announced.
Teaching and expertise
Schlicher teaches within the Operations Planning Accounting and Control research group, where he introduces students to game theory and mathematical decision making in environments where interests intersect. His background in this field shapes his approach in the classroom, yet it was a course in finance and accounting that earned him the TUe Best Bachelor Teacher Award last year. This recognition shows how he brings structure and clarity to topics that students often find challenging, helping them to build confidence in subject matter that can seem abstract or complex.
Impact on the curriculum
In his courses, he connects theoretical models with real鈥憌orld situations, enabling students to recognize the relevance of mathematical decision making in societal issues. His nomination underscores how this approach has become an integral part of the department's educational vision.
Looking ahead
The final decision will be revealed on March 30, but the nomination already marks a meaningful moment for the IEIS community. It reflects the value of teaching that links academic theory with current societal challenges.