Prof. Melania Alvarez Awarded the IEEE EAB Meritorious Achievement Award in Pre-University Education

We are pleased to announce that Prof. Melania Alvarez, Education Coordinator at PIMS, has been awarded the prestigious IEEE EAB Meritorious Achievement Award in Pre-University Education in recognition of her outstanding contributions to teaching, mentorship, and leadership in mathematics education. This distinction acknowledges Prof. Alvarez’s sustained commitment to advancing excellence in mathematics and impactful educational initiatives.

The IEEE Educational Activities Board (EAB) recognizes Prof. Alvarez's exceptional achievements with the following citation: “For visionary leadership and inclusive outreach in STEM education, empowering thousands of students and teachers within Indigenous communities through culturally responsive programs, mentorship, and hands-on learning.”

The Meritorious Achievement Award in Pre-University Education recognizes individuals for work in a pre-university school, or those who influence school-based activities for pre-university students. These individuals have inspired an appreciation and understanding of Mathematics, Science and Technology and the engineering process in pre-university students, and have encouraged students  to pursue technical careers.

This honour reflects the continued strength of the PIMS community and its dedication to fostering research, training, and education of the highest calibre. We extend our warmest congratulations to Prof. Alvarez on this well-deserved recognition and commend her ongoing contributions to the advancement of mathematics education across Canada and beyond.

Prof. Alvarez will be recognized at the 2025 IEEE EAB Award Presentation Ceremony, which will take place on Friday, November 21, 2025, during the IEEE Meeting Series in New York, NY, USA.