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3 honored as science, math HispanicVista.com WASHINGTON — Three individuals received the 2000 Presidential Award for Excellence in Science, Mathematics and Engineering Mentoring from President Bill
Clinton for mentoring minorities to pursue careers in scientific, engineering and technical fields. The award is administered and funded through the National Science Foundation (NSF). “We must draw upon our nation’s
full talent pool to maintain U.S. leadership across the frontiers of scientific knowledge,” the President said. “We honor these individuals and institutions who have contributed so much through their mentoring efforts
to achieve greater diversity throughout the ranks of our scientific and engineering workforce.” The three honored were Juan Lopez-Garriga, University of Puerto Rico, Mayaguez; Luis P. Villarreal, University of
California, Irvine, and Maria Elena Zavala, California State University, Northridge. “Mentors have propelled and guided my own life and career,” said National Science Foundation deputy director Joseph Bordogna. “In
this technological era of fast-paced change, it is easier than ever to be left behind. Mentorship provides opportunities for diverse individuals and groups to prosper in ways that move the nation ahead.” In addition
to the award, the individuals will receive a $10,000-grant. The mentoring awards recognize a long-term commitment to providing opportunities for greater participation in science and engineering by all Americans. The
awards do this by honoring those whose personal and organizational activities have increased participation of underrepresented groups in mathematics, engineering and science from kindergarten through graduate level. |
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