Isabel Montañez Awarded 2025 Athena Award for Academic Leadership
We are thrilled to announce that Distinguished Professor Dr. Isabel Montañez of the Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences has been awarded the 2025 Athena Award in Academic Leadership by EDGE in Tech at the University of California. This prestigious recognition is a testament to her extraordinary technical achievements, her unwavering commitment to mentorship, and her pioneering role in creating a more inclusive and supportive environment for underrepresented voices in academia.
The Athena Award celebrates leaders who not only excel in their field but also elevate the contributions of women and BIPOC individuals in technology and science. As we congratulate Dr. Montañez on this well-deserved honor, we are reminded of the profound impact that leadership and inclusion have on shaping the future of academic and technical fields.
We look forward to seeing how Dr. Montañez’s initiatives and research will continue to inspire change and opportunity for many years to come. Congratulations to Dr. Montañez!