Gisella Lamas-Samanamud, lecturer in the Department of Chemical and Materials Engineering at the Paducah Extended Campus, received a 2022 WE Local Award - Engaged advocate from the Society of Women Engineers.
This award honors individuals who have contributed significantly to the advancement or acceptance of women in engineering; and have developed or contributed to programs to promote, advance, and encourage women in STEM-related fields.
The Society of Women Engineers strives to advance and honor the contributions of women at all stages of their careers and recognize the successes of SWE members and individuals who enhance the engineering profession through contributions to the industry, education, and the community. WE Local Awards provide additional opportunities to recognize outstanding SWE members, SWE groups, and individuals.