The Carl B. Allendoerfer Award is presented annually by the
Mathematical Association of America
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(MAA) for "expository excellence published in ''
Mathematics Magazine
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''." it is named after mathematician
Carl B. Allendoerfer
Carl Barnett Allendoerfer (April 4, 1911 – September 29, 1974) was an American mathematician in the mid-twentieth century, known for his work in topology and mathematics education.
Background
Allendoerfer was born in Kansas City, the son ...
who was president of the MAA 1959–60.
Recipients
Recipients of the Carl B. Allendoerfer Award have included:
See also
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List of mathematics awards
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References
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Awards of the Mathematical Association of America