Shaping Futures: Jason Metcalfe Earns Coveted 2024 Faculty Mentoring Award

The Department of Mathematics is thrilled to announce that Professor Jason Metcalfe, current chair of the department, has been awarded a prestigious 2024 Faculty Mentoring Award by the Carolina Women’s Leadership Council. This distinguished award, announced by the UNC Office of the Provost, recognizes faculty members who go above and beyond in their roles as mentors, shaping the future of academic excellence at UNC-Chapel Hill.

As a dedicated mentor, Jason has made a lasting impact on his colleagues and students, providing invaluable guidance that spans research, teaching, and service. His leadership in developing innovative mentoring models has been instrumental in fostering a supportive and collaborative environment within the department, helping faculty navigate the complexities of academic life and inspiring the next generation of mathematicians.

This award reflects Jason’s extraordinary commitment to nurturing talent and fostering growth, both within the mathematics department and across the broader academic community. His mentorship not only guides professional development but also cultivates a space where intellectual curiosity and potential thrives.

On behalf of the entire department, we extend our heartfelt congratulations to Jason for this well-deserved honor. We also join the Provost’s Office in expressing our gratitude to the Carolina Women’s Leadership Council and the Center for Faculty Excellence for their continued support of this important award.

Join us in celebrating this remarkable achievement and the profound impact Jason’s mentorship has had—and will continue to have—on shaping the future of our department and the wider university community!