Mary P. Dolciani Award

The Mary P. Dolciani Award recognizes a pure or applied mathematician who is making a distinguished contribution to the mathematical education of K-16 students in the United States or Canada. The award will be in the amount of $5000.

A nominee must:

  • Have received a Ph.D. in pure or applied mathematics.
  • Have a record of published research in pure or applied mathematics.
  • Have a record of distinguished contributions to K-16 mathematics education in the United States or Canada
  • Guidelines for Nomination

    The nomination packet will consist of a nomination form (including a nominator’s letter), and up to two additional letters of recommendation. Nomination packets should discuss the nominee’s past and current contributions to mathematics education, which could include (but are not limited to):

  • Developing or assessing the K-16 mathematics curriculum, including publication of educational texts, instructional materials, or software.
  • Developing successful programs for improving teaching, teacher preparation, gender equity and diversity of students or faculty, undergraduate research, or mentoring in K-16 mathematics.
  • Developing or promoting technology for K-16 educational use.
  • Drafting or disseminating major publications related to K-16 mathematics education.
  • Influencing legislation or policy related to K-16 mathematics education.
  • Developing or contributing to mathematics enrichment programs for K-12 students and teachers.
  • Raising the profile of K-16 mathematics education concerns, including equity and diversity, in the larger mathematical community.
  • Download nomination form (.docx).

    Nominations are due by March 4, 2013. Nominees will automatically be held in consideration for three years.