Maria M. Klawe

Maria M. Klawe

Keynote Speaker: Renowned Mathematician, Computer Scientist & Scholar; First Female President at Harvey Mudd College

Maria M. Klawe Biography

Maria Klawe joined Math for America as president in late 2023 after a 17-year term as Harvey Mudd College’s (HMC) fifth president. In this role, she leads programs for more than 1,000 STEM teachers in New York City who hold Math for America fellowships, which provide multi-year stipends and opportunities to expand teaching strategies. Klawe is known internationally for her advocacy for diversity in STEM fields, and during her tenure at HMC, the number of women in the student body reached 50% and women represented 40% of the faculty.

Prior to joining HMC, she served as dean of engineering and professor of computer science at Princeton University. Klawe joined Princeton from the University of British Columbia (UBC) where she served in various roles from 1988 to 2002. Before her time at UBC, Klawe spent eight years with IBM Research in California and two years at the University of Toronto.

She received her PhD and Bachelor of Science degree in mathematics from the University of Alberta. Klawe is a member of the boards of Phenome Health and the nonprofits, Museum of Mathematics (MoMath), and the Institute for Computational and Experimental Research in Mathematics. She has also served as a founding advisory board member of Parity.org, a fellow for the American Academy of Arts & Sciences, and is a trustee for the Simons Laufer Mathematical Sciences Institute. Klawe was ranked 17th on Fortune’s 2014 list of the World’s 50 Greatest Leaders and named to Forbes' 50 Over 50: Innovation list in 2024.

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Maria M. Klawe Speaking Topics

Topics:

  • Increasing diversity in science and engineering
  • The Imposter Syndrome
  • Leadership
  • Making computer science fun and non-scary for everyone
  • MOOCs, flipped classrooms and other ed tech innovations
  • Strategic planning
  • Women in tech

Maria M. Klawe Videos

Maria Klawe: Increasing Diversity in the STEM Workforce - YouTube

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What topics does Maria M. Klawe speak about?

Maria M. Klawe is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Computer Science, Science, STEM, STEM Education, Diversity & Inclusion, Education, Leadership, Technology, Mathematics, Women in Tech and Influential Women.

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Maria M. Klawe generally travels from Claremont, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

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Maria M. Klawe is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Computer Science, Science and STEM. The estimated speaking fee range to book Maria M. Klawe for live events is Below $10,000. Please contact us for virtual event fees. Maria M. Klawe generally travels from Claremont, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Kimberly Bryant, Alena Analeigh and Carlotta Berry. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Maria M. Klawe for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 18/07/2025.

Maria M. Klawe Speaking Topics

  • Topics:

    • Increasing diversity in science and engineering
    • The Imposter Syndrome
    • Leadership
    • Making computer science fun and non-scary for everyone
    • MOOCs, flipped classrooms and other ed tech innovations
    • Strategic planning
    • Women in tech

Maria M. Klawe Videos

Maria Klawe: Increasing Diversity in the STEM Workforce - YouTube
  • How do I book Maria M. Klawe to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Maria M. Klawe for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Maria M. Klawe, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Maria M. Klawe or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Maria M. Klawe for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Maria M. Klawe, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fee for a live event is Below $10,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Maria M. Klawe, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Maria M. Klawe speak about?

    Maria M. Klawe is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Computer Science, Science, STEM, STEM Education, Diversity & Inclusion, Education, Leadership, Technology, Mathematics, Women in Tech and Influential Women.
  • Where does Maria M. Klawe travel from?

    Maria M. Klawe generally travels from Claremont, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Maria M. Klawe?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Maria M. Klawe for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Maria M. Klawe for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Maria M. Klawe or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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