Mark McCombs and Casey Rodriguez Honored with 2024 Goodman-Petersen Award

We are thrilled to announce that Professors Mark McCombs and Casey Rodriguez have been honored as corecipients of the 2024 Goodman-Petersen Award.

Established through the generous support of UNC Mathematics Alumni Jennifer Johnson and Janos Kollar, the Goodman-Petersen Awards for Excellence in Undergraduate Education serve as a testament to the commitment of our department to fostering excellence in teaching. Presented annually, these awards recognize faculty members who have demonstrated outstanding dedication and innovation in the instruction of mathematics at the undergraduate level. Named in honor of two esteemed Emeritus Faculty members, Professors Sue Goodman and Karl Petersen, who exemplified unparalleled devotion to undergraduate education throughout their esteemed careers, these awards hold special significance within our department.

Mark McCombs and Casey Rodriguez have not only upheld the esteemed legacies of Professors Goodman and Petersen but have also significantly enriched the educational experience of our undergraduate students through their passion, expertise, and dedication. Their exemplary work over the past two years has left an indelible mark on the mathematics department, and we extend our heartfelt congratulations to both Mark and Casey on this well-deserved recognition.

Congratulations, Mark and Casey!