The Sidney S. Draeger Endowed Scholarship in Mathematics was established by Helen Draeger in memory of her husband, a long-time faculty member and administrator at the institution now known as The University of Texas-Pan American. Mr. Draeger was a member of the Mathematics Department of Edinburg Junior College in 1947. By 1958 the college had become Pan American College, a four-year institution, and Mr. Draeger was Dean of the School of Technology. In 1966 the Division of Arts and Sciences was established with Mr. Draeger as Head of the Department of Mathematics, a position that he retained until 1976. |
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An outstanding teacher and administrator, Mr. Draeger was greatly respected by students and colleagues alike. He was influential in the development of the university and of the mathematics department. After his death Mrs. Draeger, together with family and friends, established this scholarship for the benefit of students majoring in mathematics. Applications for the Draeger scholarship are being accepted until February 15. Applicants must meet the following requirements:
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