The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
Floyd L. Downs Teaching of Mathematics Fellowship Award Endowment
Floyd L. Downs Teaching of Mathematics Fellowship Award Endowment
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You can provide recognition and financial assistance to a graduate student preparing to become highly qualified in teaching mathematics at the secondary school level when you give to the Floyd L. Downs Teaching of Mathematics Fellowship Award. Downs? 52-year career and dedication to excellence in teaching mathematics has been an inspiration to students and professional colleagues. Your contribution to this award makes it possible for graduate students to explore and excel in the field of mathematics education.
The Floyd L. Downs Teaching of Mathematics Fellowship Award is particularly special to me because I have invested my career in helping others learn mathematics. I greatly appreciate the recognition of my efforts to continue to improve instruction both at ASU and other universities."
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