The AWM Fellows Program

2026 Class of AWM Fellows

Rebecca E. Garcia, Colorado College

For her unwavering commitment to the advancement of women and underrepresented people in the mathematical sciences at all stages of their careers through roles such as  codirector (2011–2015) of Pacific Undergraduate Research Experience in Mathematics (PURE Math),  codirector of the Simons Laufer Mathematical Sciences Institute, formerly the Mathematical Sciences Research Institute (MSRI) Undergraduate Program (MSRI UP), and project director for the Mathematical Association of America (MAA)’s National Research Experiences for Undergraduates Program (NREUP), and her dedication to life-changing mentorship and community engagement.

Katharine Gurski, Howard University

For her exemplary contributions to the field of mathematical biology and indispensable mentorship of the next generations of women mathematicians at all career stages.

Rachel Levy, North Carolina State University

For her exceptional leadership and her contributions to knowledge, education, mentorship, communication, programs, professional development, and policy advocacy to broaden the appreciation of and participation in the mathematical sciences.

Jennifer K. Ryan, KTH Royal Institute of Technology

For outstanding and sustained commitment to advancing women in numerical analysis and scientific computing through inclusive leadership, impactful mentorship, service on committees at AWM and the Society for Industrial and Applied Mathematics (SIAM), and community-building efforts including organizing workshops that build collaborative networks, mentoring  early career researchers, and championing diversity initiatives across institutions and international networks.

Rebecca Segal, Virginia Commonwealth University

For her years of leadership within AWM; for her dedication to supporting and promoting women in mathematical biology at all levels of expertise through Research Networks; and for her distinguished contributions to local, university, and professional causes that advance the participation of women and girls in the mathematics community.