In this Laurels column, find news of recent fellowships, along with recognition from Finance, Operations and Administration and the University Honors Program.
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Internet Society Fellowship
The Internet Society has selected Alexander Gamero-Garrido, an assistant professor of computer science, and Nishant Acharya, a Ph.D. student in Gamero-Garrido’s lab, for its Pulse Research Fellowship and Mentorship program.
The eight-month program supports researchers in conducting data-driven analysis or developing tools that contribute to an open, globally connected, secure and trustworthy internet. This third cohort of 10 fellows and an inaugural cohort of five mentors will work with Internet Society’s Pulse research team to develop their proposed research projects that support the society’s mission of improving understanding and analysis of the availability, evolution and resilience of the internet.
“By sharing my expertise in internet technologies, data analysis and inclusive teaching, I aim to help mentees develop impactful research while championing equity and accessibility in the broader Internet ecosystem,” Gamero-Garrido said.
Read more on the College of Engineering website.
Optica fellowship
Optica has elected Marina Leite, a professor of materials science and engineering at the University of California, Davis, to its 2025 class of fellows.
The society works to promote the generation, application, archiving and dissemination of knowledge in the field of optics and photonics. Its fellows are selected based on several factors, including outstanding contributions to research, business, education, engineering and service to Optica and the community.
Leite was selected for this honor for her contributions to transient photonics and optical properties of metal alloys, representing a significant advancement in engineering and science research.
Read more on the College of Engineering website.
FOA Excellence Award
Three UC Davis staff members in the Finance, Operations and Administration division are being honored for their contributions to the university: Jen Carmichael (Innovation Award), director of logistics, Supply Chain Management; Mike Legrand (Collaboration Award), associate controller, Finance; and Syerra Logan (Moved Mountains Award), talent acquisition manager at UC Davis Health, Human Resources.
"Recognizing our employees is a cornerstone of our community," said Vice Chancellor Clare Shinnerl. "These awards inspire all of us to strive for excellence and reflect UC Davis’ innovative spirit, even behind the scenes."
Honors program recognition
The University Honors Program has recognized three faculty from the College of Letters and Science who students recognized as having a positive impact on their classroom experience. This quarterly recognition was for courses taught in fall quarter 2024.
The University Honors Program chose Lorena Márquez, associate professor and chair, Department of Chicana/o Studies; Greg Miller, continuing lecturer, University Writing Program; and Shagufta Fatema, lecturer in Hindu/Urdu, Department of Middle East/South Asian Studies; whose dedication and excellence were highlighted by overwhelmingly positive student feedback on course evaluations.
Read more on the College of Letters and Science website.
AACSB International Accreditation
The Graduate School of Management has successfully maintained its business accreditation from AACSB International, a nonprofit with a mission to elevate the quality and impact of business schools around the globe.
Founded in 1916, AACSB International provides quality assurance, business education intelligence, and learning and development services to over 1,900 member organizations, more than 1,000 accredited business schools and more than 5 million learners globally.
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