March 27, 2025
Barbara Oakley, distinguished professor of engineering, has been named a Fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science. |
Barbara Oakley, Ph.D., distinguished professor of engineering, has been elected a Fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS).
The world's largest general scientific society and publisher of the Science family of journals, AAAS elects Fellows for their scientifically and socially distinguished achievements.
Dr. Oakley is known for her innovative approach to STEM education, making complex scientific concepts more accessible through research, books, articles and online courses. Courses like Learning How to Learn and Uncommon Sense Teaching have helped millions of learners worldwide. She has also shared her insights in talks all over the world and in media outlets such as The New York times and The Wall Street Journal.
“It’s a tremendous honor. AAAS is one of the most respected scientific organizations in the world, and to be recognized among such an accomplished group of scientists and educators is both humbling and exciting,” said Oakley. “This distinction reinforces the importance of effective science communication and education, and I hope it encourages more interdisciplinary work that bridges neuroscience, learning and engineering.”
Dr. Oakley will be formally inducted into this year’s class of Fellows during the AAAS Fellows Forum, to be held in June. She will receive a certificate and a blue and gold rosette pin to commemorate her election.
Dr. Oakley earned a Ph.D. in systems engineering from Oakland in 1998 and joined the faculty that same year. Learn more about her work at barbaraoakley.com.