The APS Topical Group on Physics Education Research would like to congratulate our two newly elected 2024 APS fellows: Stephanie Viola Chasteen and Vashti Sawtelle.
Stephanie Chasteen was recognized for significant contributions to physics education research, including groundbreaking work on departmental change, teaching upper-division courses, evaluating and supporting numerous research projects and dissemination programs, and outstanding service to the APS Topical Group on Physics Education Research.
Vashti Sawtelle was recognized for foundational research on self-efficacy, introductory physics for life sciences, and community college student persistence; for broadening participation and promoting engagement among all physics students; and for enduring contributions to the rigorous use of qualitative methods.
You can see the full list of APS GPER Fellows on the APS Fellow Archive. #FeaturedNews