Gweneth Humphreys Awards
Forecasted
Gweneth Humphreys Awards honor mathematics teachers for outstanding mentorship that encourages undergraduate women to pursue mathematical careers or graduate study in mathematics.
Funder: Association for Women in Mathematics
Due Dates (Anticipated): May 2027 (Annual nomination deadline)
Funding Amounts: $500 prize, honorary certificate, and an AWM Newsletter feature
Summary: Recognizes mathematics teachers for outstanding mentorship of undergraduate women pursuing mathematical careers or graduate study.
Key Information: Nominees may be of any gender, nationality, or citizenship and must be living when nominated.
Description
The Association for Women in Mathematics (AWM) presents this annual award to a mathematics teacher whose mentorship has encouraged female undergraduate students to pursue mathematical careers and/or graduate study in mathematics. It recognizes exceptional encouragement and influence on students’ mathematical paths.
The award commemorates M. Gweneth Humphreys, who taught mathematics to women throughout her career, including more than thirty years at Randolph-Macon Woman’s College. Initiated by Carol Wood and funded through contributions from Humphreys’ former students and colleagues, it honors a legacy of believing in students and helping them pursue careers involving mathematics. Her students’ contributions extended beyond academia into K–12 education, publishing, software, and the legal profession.
