A PROFESSOR of mathematics at the University of Reading is among those named in the King’s first new year’s honours list.
Professor Paul Glaister is awarded a CBE for his services to education, and he was full of pride at the award.
He has been teaching students for more than 40 years, created more than 460 different publications, and was this year appointed as the UK’s representative to the International Commission on Mathematical Instruction (ICMI) for 2022-2027.
And if that wasn’t enough, he is also a qualified secondary school maths teacher.
He said: “I am totally overwhelmed and humbled by being appointed CBE in the King’s New Year Honours List.
“I am hugely grateful to the University of Reading, and the many people and groups I have worked with across the UK, internationally, and within the University of Reading. I am indebted to them all for their enduring support of my activities, and for the opportunities I have had to be able to pursue my passion for mathematics and mathematics education.
“This award recognises the importance of education and research in mathematical and quantitative sciences to individuals, and ultimately for the benefit of society.”
The news has been welcomed by his colleagues.
Professor Robert Van de Noort, vice-chancellor of the university, said: “On behalf of myself and everyone at the University of Reading, I offer Professor Glaister warm congratulations on his appointment.
“Paul is an inspirational mathematician, a talented communicator and an educational leader who has worked hard to put maths at the centre of British education.
“His more than 40 years at the University of Reading is testament to his dedication to the many hundreds of students and colleagues with whom he has taught and worked.”
