Abraham Nemeth Visionary mathematician
Nemeth helped other blind people go into careers in science.
From This is True for 6 October 2013
education
Educators and other mentors.
Shakuntala Devi Human computer
She could beat computers at complicated math.
From This is True for 21 April 2013
Patrick Moore Astronomy educator
He hosted the longest-running program with the same presenter in TV history.
From This is True for 9 December 2012
Derek Hutchinson Sea kayaker
Hutchinson’s book The Complete Book of Sea Kayaking is still considered the bible of the sport.
From This is True for 11 November 2012
Capitola Dickerson Piano teacher
“She was 98 and she was calling to check on her neighbors, instead of the other way around.”
From This is True for 17 June 2012
Saul Bruckner School reformer
“He was a master teacher and a master principal.”
From This is True for 2 May 2010
Ted Sizer Essential scholar
Sizer figured out what was wrong with American schools. Naturally, politicians and educators vested in the status quo rejected his ideas.
From This is True for 25 October 2009
Frank Mickens Principal
Mickens was given an almost impossible job, and made a difference.
From This is True for 12 July 2009
Randy Pausch Last lecturer
His goal was for his lecture to be a time capsule of advice for his three young children.
From This is True for 20 July 2008