(Dec 16, 2011,(Bawza News Paper))--President Obama has honored nine individuals and eight organizations as recipients of the Presidential Award for Excellence in Science, Mathematics and Engineering Mentoring. The mentors received their awards at a White House ceremony on Monday, December 12.
Administered by the National Science Foundation (NSF), the Presidential Award for Excellence in Science, Mathematics and Engineering Mentoring is awarded by the White House to individuals and organizations in recognition of the crucial role that mentoring plays in the academic and personal development of students studying science and engineering–particularly those who belong to groups that are underrepresented in these fields.
By offering their expertise and encouragement, mentors help prepare the next generation of scientists and engineers while ensuring that tomorrow’s innovators reflect and benefit from the diverse talent of the United States. Read more from Bawza »
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| President Barack Obama greets the 2010 and 2011 awardees for the Presidential Awards for Excellence in Science, Mathematics and Engineering Mentoring recipients in the Oval Office - Dr. Solomon Bililign on the far left - Credit: Official White House Photo by Pete Souza |
By offering their expertise and encouragement, mentors help prepare the next generation of scientists and engineers while ensuring that tomorrow’s innovators reflect and benefit from the diverse talent of the United States. Read more from Bawza »
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President Obama Honors Outstanding Science, Math, and Engineering Mentors
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