2007 Essay Contest Results

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More Biographies of Women in Math

Results of the 2007 AWM Essay Contest: Biographies of Contemporary Women in Mathematics

Grand Prize(s)

• "The Creation of a Female Mathematician: Ms. Melanie Wood," by Leena Shah, Hartland Middle School at Ore Creek, Brighton, Michigan.

College

• First Place: "Dr. Marjorie Senechal: What do Silk, Crystals, Culture, and History Have in Common?," by Sarah Budrus, Hollins University, Huntington, West Virginia.

Grades 9-12

• First Place: "Dr. Rita Hibschweiler: Exploring the Pure Beauty of Mathematics," by Elizabeth Faiella, (homeschooled), Northwood, New Hampshire.
   
• Honorable Mention: "Mrs. Ann Weber: Hard Work Pays Off," by Haley Kossek, Elk Rapids High School, Williamsburg, Michigan.

Grades 6-8

• First Place: "The Creation of a Female Mathematician: Ms. Melanie Wood," by Leena Shah, Hartland Middle School at Ore Creek, Brighton, Michigan.
   
• Honorable Mention: "Dr. Eve Riskin: Engineer, Professor, Role Model," by Helen A Rawlins, Brier Terrace Middle School, Bothell, Washington.