Emily has been recognized by several students. She has helped make transition from General Education to Core Nursing courses smooth. She is able to make the material presented "come alive" and easier to understand. Students can sense that Emily loves teaching. She "goes above and beyond", showing that she definitely cares for her students. She acts as a mentor, patiently working with each student to assure their success.

One student writes "I am a young mother of one and I have always strived for academic excellence but oftentimes have fallen short. That extra push from a teacher is so important to me. Professor Canale is a force to be reckoned with. Her passion for teaching alongside her competitive and strong work ethic has helped me to succeed."