Wing Hong Tony Wong, Kutztown, has been awarded the John P. Schellenberg Award for Excellence in Teaching and Learning at Kutztown University. The John P. Schellenberg Award for Excellence in Teaching and Learning was established by John P. Schellenberg, emeriti professor of physical science, faculty alumni and friends to recognize an early career faculty member who has demonstrated outstanding work.
Wong is an assistant professor of mathematics at KU, where he is the founder and coach of the mathematics team and has assisted on developing two courses, Discrete Mathematics and Problem Solving in Mathematics. He currently serves as the chair of the departmental Outreach Committee. He is dedicated to sharing the fun aspects of mathematics with the general public.
Wong holds a bachelor’s degree in mathematics from the Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shatin, and a doctorate in mathematics from the California Institute of Technology, Pasadena. Prior to college, he competed in mathematics competitions at the international level.
