Posthumous Honorary Induction of Dr. Elbert Frank Cox
Fri, Nov 13
|The Dupont Circle Hotel
MathSTEM Foundation will join Phi Beta Kappa in presenting the Posthumous Induction of Dr. Elbert Frank Cox, the first Black person in the world to earn a Ph.D. in mathematics. This landmark tribute honors his global legacy. RVSP by: August 31, 2026
Time & Location
Nov 13, 2026, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM EST
The Dupont Circle Hotel, 1500 New Hampshire Ave NW, Washington, DC 20036, USA
Guests
About the event
Event: Posthumous Induction Ceremony Honoring Dr. Elbert Frank Cox
Hosted by Phi Beta Kappa:
In partnership with the MathSTEM Foundation
Date: Friday, November 13, 2026
Format: Hybrid Attendance (In‑Person + Virtual)
Registration Requirement: To receive the official Phi Beta Kappa invitation, all guests must register for the Save the Date and provide your full name and email address. Registration through MathSTEM ensures your place on the official PBK guest list.