US Earns Governor's Thomas Edison Award

The Ohio Academy of Science (OAS) selected University School's Middle School and Upper School as one of 53 Ohio schools to receive The Governor's Thomas Edison Award for Excellence in STEM Education and Student Research for their accomplishments during the 2023-2024 school year. Middle and Upper School Science teachers and mentors are also individually recognized. 

 

Thank you to these STEM teachers and mentors of the 2023-2024 school year named in the award who challenge and support our student scientists every day:  Karen Axelrod, Bertrand Asobo, Erik Bunce, Erick Carlson, Jason Dyke, Bob Farrell, Terry Harmon, Robin Ketcham, Adam Love, Dru McKeown, Sara Laux, Andrew Martin, Bo Montanye, Paul Moody, Bob Newill, Jeff Pierce, Jim Seibyl, Chris Ann Slye, Mike Smith, Peter Sweeney, Mostafa Rousta, and Amy Wujnovich.

First established in 1985, the Governor’s Thomas Edison Awards recognizes Ohio schools and teachers who stimulate scientific student research and technological design and extend experiential opportunities beyond traditional classroom activities. 

“Today’s young scientists are the architects of tomorrow’s promising economic landscape, and we are so grateful for the invaluable role these schools and teachers play in supporting their pursuit of knowledge,” said Lydia Mihalik, OAS Director of the Department of Development, "Through their dedication to STEM education, these educators are empowering students to become the relentless innovators who will build a better future for Ohio.”     

Founded in 1891, The Ohio Academy of Science (OAS) is a membership-based, volunteer-driven, not-for-profit organization. The Academy is the leading organization in Ohio to foster curiosity, discovery, innovation, and problem-solving skills. OAS members are as diverse as the science taking place in Ohio, and OAS programs support STEM research among pre-college and college students through the professional scientific community.

Click here to watch a video about the 2024 Buckeye Science and Engineering Fair, featuring remarks from US student Kingsten Lin ’25, and additional US students presenting their work and receiving awards.