The Society for the Teaching of Psychology (STP), Division 2 of the American Psychological Association, is committed to supporting and enhancing the teaching of psychology. They aim to encourage educational excellence, foster an inclusive and equitable academic environment, and promote the professional development of psychology educators. They are also focused on addressing systemic racism and inequity within their scope, advocating for diversity and inclusion in the field.
The STP's awards program recognizes outstanding teachers of psychology through various categories, including the Wayne Weiten Teaching Excellence Award specifically for 2-year college educators. The grant program has a strong focus on instructional effectiveness, particularly at the 2-year college level where teaching is considered a primary responsibility. Selection criteria for the Wayne Weiten Teaching Excellence Award emphasize not only excellence in classroom teaching but also service and scholarship that enhance teaching and student learning, and advance psychology as an applied science. The awards include $1500 and a plaque, acknowledging the comprehensive role teachers play in their communities and in the field of psychology.