Department of MathematicsJulia Dale Prize in Mathematics
The Julia Dale Prize is a cash prize awarded annually by the Department of Mathematics to a mathematics major (or majors) on the basis of excellence in mathematics.
A selection committee is appointed by the Director of Undergraduate Studies. Julia Dale, an Assistant Professor of Mathematics at Duke University, died early in her career in 1936. Friends and relatives of Professor Dale established the Julia Dale Memorial Fund, the income from which supports the prize. It was the first memorial fund established in honor of a female member of the Duke faculty.
Excellence in Mathematical Research Award
The Award for Excellence in Mathematical Research is given annually to one or more undergraduate students for their outstanding research in mathematics. The selection committee is appointed by the Chair of the Mathematics Department. The fund will also provide more general financial support to enrich undergraduate activities in mathematics.
The fund for this award was established in 2018 by a gift from David and Vivian Kraines and by contributions from many alumni of the Math Department.
Karl Menger Award
The Karl Menger Award, first given in 1989, is a cash prize awarded annually by the Department of Mathematics for outstanding performance in mathematical competitions.
The selection committee is appointed by the Director of Undergraduate Studies. Karl Menger (1902-1985) was a distinguished mathematician who made major contributions to a number of areas of mathematics. The Karl Menger Award was established by a gift to Duke University from George and Eva Menger-Hammond, the daughter of Karl Menger.
Excellence in Community Service Award
The Excellence in Community Service award is awarded to Duke undergraduate students who, through their extracurricular work, make the Mathematics department and our community better. This prize is awarded annually and was first awarded in 2021.
Major Scholarships
Duke Undergraduates that have been honored with major scholarships to continue their pursuits or engage in new endeavors.
Math Awards Party
Each year we hold an awards party to recognize the recipients of these and other awards. Below are photographs from the events over the years.
April 2015
April 2014
May 2013
April 2012
April 2011
May 2010
April 2009
April 2008
April 2007
April 2006