Fred Fontaine, Jesse Sherman Professor and Chair of Electrical Engineering, has been elevated to the rank of IEEE Senior Member. This significant honor is held by only eight percent of the IEEE’s approximately 428,000 members worldwide. The distinction recognizes substantial professional experience, maturity, and a record of documented achievements. IEEE Senior Member status represents the highest membership grade that individuals can apply for within the organization.

“Professor Fred Fontaine has made significant and lasting contributions to the profession," said Dean Barry L. Shoop, reflecting on Fontaine's impact. "He has taught in the Albert Nerken School of Engineering at The Cooper Union for over 37 years. By my count, he has personally impacted the professional development of over 1,000 undergraduate electrical engineers. Since 1987, he has advised 60 Master of Engineering electrical engineering theses. He is exceptionally well-qualified for elevation to IEEE Senior Member.”