The University Professor program was established in 1970 as a way for students to recognize faculty they deem exceptional. Award recipients are nominated by student vote and chosen by a student committee that interviews the nominees and observes them teaching. Each University Professor receives $2,000 and teaches two classes on the topic of his or her choice.

Frost is in his third year at the University, specializing in electronic commerce and database design. He received the College of Business Excellence in Teaching and Learning Award in 2001 and is the co-author of multiple books on e-marketing.

"The students that I have had the privilege to teach at Ohio University are bright, enthusiastic and respectful," he said. "To be recognized by the students is an honor, one that I will cherish for years to come."

Frost said he plans to teach a class titled "Designing Information for the Web and Beyond," which will investigate how best to visually display information in multiple contexts.