Lifetime Achievement Award

Joan Ferrini-Mundy Joan Ferrini-Mundy's service to the mathematics education community span multiple levels, state, regional, national, and international and go well beyond the responsibilities of her jobs. From the beginning of her career as a faculty member at the University of New Hampshire, her commitment

Elizabeth (Betty) Phillips The career of Elizabeth (Betty) Phillips has spanned over 65 years from her first year as a teacher of mathematics and science in Wisconsin in 1958 to her continuing leadership of the Connected Mathematics Project (CMP) at Michigan State University. Supported by research and c

Carolyn Maher For more than forty years, Carolyn Maher has spearheaded the use of research on student learning and reasoning to inform the practice of classroom mathematics teachers. She has been a role model for teachers in engaging students through problem solving, communication, and collaboration and has wo

Marta Civil Dr. Marta Civil received a BS degree in mathematics from the University of Barcelona in Spain in 1981. Continuing her education, she received an MS degree in teaching mathematics from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign in 1985 and a PhD in education in the field of mathematics education

Elizabeth Fennema Dr. Elizabeth Fennema completed a BS degree in psychology from Kansas State College in 1950, her MA degree in education from the University of Wisconsin-Madison in 1952, and a PhD, also from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, in education with an emphasis in mathematics education. She worke

Steven Leinwand Steven Leinwand began his mathematics career receiving a BA degree from Wesleyan University in economics in 1971 and an MS degree from Central Connecticut State University in educational supervision and administration in 1976. After teaching for seven years at Middletown (Connecticut) High Sch

Karen Karp Karen Karp has dedicated her life to not only mathematics but also the intersection of mathematics education and special education. One of her colleagues said, “At her core, Dr. Karp is a teacher's teacher.” Another said, “Dr. Karen Karp has the unique gift and ability to profoundly impact teachers

Rita Janes Rita Janes has been exemplary as a teacher at all levels, a mathematics coordinator, a university instructor, a researcher, a writer of mathematics materials and assessments, a moving force in curriculum work, a leader in professional development, and a conference planner and speaker. 

Dr. Stiff previously served as NCTM President, as well as representing the North Carolina Council of Teachers of Mathematics as President and Vice President. As a member and participant of various committees and associations, Stiff has been a clear leader and has been able to share his expertise with students and educators all over.

Dr. Margaret (Peg) Smith has had a career thoroughly dedicated to mathematics and furthering the knowledge of other educators. Dr. Smith has authored and co-authored nearly one hundred books and articles, impacting students and teachers of all levels.

Dr. Johnny Lott has dedicated his life to mathematics and the education community.  He has on numerous boards and panels during a career spanning nearly 50 years. A tireless educator, advocate, and supporter of mathematics education, Lott has impacted the lives of many, and continues to do so to this day.

William Renwick Speer Dr. William Speer has spent most of his life working to improve mathematics education in more than fifteen different roles over the years at institutions across the country. He is known for his tireless efforts and contributions to advancements within the field. He received two Fulbright

Carole E. Greenes Throughout her distinguished career, Dr. Carole Greenes has dedicated herself to excellence in mathematics education. Known for her generous, creative, and encouraging approach, she has made a long-lasting impact on the field. “Teachers and leaders throughout Arizona's K-12 system benefit

J. Michael Shaughnessy Michael Shaughnessy's dedication and significant contributions to mathematics education span over forty years. His passion for teaching and learning; his classroom research; his many publications and hundreds of presentations; his leadership, integrity, humor, and ability to engage and i

Margaret J. (Peg) Kenney For more than six decades, the national and international mathematics education community has felt the strong presence of Margaret J. (Peg) Kenney. She was an outstanding teacher, a strong leader for many professional organizations, a mentor for hundreds of classroom teachers, and an a

Edwin Dickey Ed Dickey is a professor of mathematics, associate department chair of instruction and teacher education, and a director of the Office of Educational Outreach at the University of South Carolina. In addition to his significant contributions at USC, he has also taught at Columbia College and Richla

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James M. Rubillo Jim Rubillo has been an inspirational leader, communicator, and advocate for mathematics education for more than 45 years. He has made numerous contributions to the mathematics education community, with a special emphasis on technology and teaching mathematics at the community college and high

Gail F. Burrill More than probability played a role in getting Gail Burrill where she is today. Burrill is an indefatigable advocate for more statistics in the classroom. This drive for statistics-and for mathematics in general-has carried her to numerous roles in her career, from high school math teacher to