Etta Zuber Falconer Lecture
The Etta Zuber Falconer Lecture by the Association for Women in Mathematics recognizes outstanding women for research or education contributions with an invited MathFest lecture.
Funder: Association for Women in Mathematics
Due Dates: August 1, 2026 (Nomination opening) | September 15, 2026 (Nomination deadline)
Funding Amounts: $1,000 honorarium, honorary certificate, and featured article in the AWM Newsletter; one award annually.
Summary: Annual award recognizing a woman for distinguished contributions to mathematics or mathematics education, culminating in an invited lecture at MathFest.
Description
The Etta Zuber Falconer Lecture is an annual honor presented by the Association for Women in Mathematics (AWM) in partnership with the Mathematical Association of America (MAA). The award celebrates women who have made distinguished contributions to the mathematical sciences or mathematics education. The recipient delivers a one-hour expository lecture at the MAA MathFest each August, receives a $1,000 honorarium, an honorary certificate, and is featured in the AWM Newsletter. This lecture aims to highlight the achievements of leading women mathematicians and inspire the broader mathematics community.
