Grace Alele-Williams
Nigerian mathematician (1932–2022)
1932 — 2022
Quick Facts
Profession
Nigerian mathematician (1932–2022)
Born
December 16, 1932
Died
2022 (age ~90)
Name Origin
English
Timeline
mathematician, university teacher, vice-chancellor
NigeriaBorn in WarriDied in Lagos
1932
Born in Warri (1932-12-16)
1949
EducationStudied at University of Ibadan (1949–1954)
1957
EducationStudied at University of Vermont (1957–1959)
1959
EducationStudied at University of Chicago (1959–1963)
1985
Positionvice-chancellor (1985–1992)
1987
AwardOrder of the Nigeria
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Grace Alele-Williams?+
Grace Alele-Williams is Nigerian mathematician (1932–2022). Born in 1932.
What does the name Grace mean?+
The name Grace means "A female given name from English.. Etymology: From the noun grace, first used by Puritans in the 16th century. In Roman Catholic use it may refer to Our Lady of Graces, cognate with Italian Grazia.". It is of English origin.
When was Grace Alele-Williams born?+
Grace Alele-Williams was born on December 16, 1932.
When did Grace Alele-Williams die?+
Grace Alele-Williams died in 2022, at approximately 90 years of age.
Name Meaning
A female given name from English.. Etymology: From the noun grace, first used by Puritans in the 16th century. In Roman Catholic use it may refer to Our Lady of Graces, cognate with Italian Grazia.
The name Grace is of English origin, meaning "A female given name from English.. Etymology: From the noun grace, first used by Puritans in the 16th century. In Roman Catholic use it may refer to Our Lady of Graces, cognate with Italian Grazia.". It is traditionally a female name.
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Grace — December 16, 1932
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Sagittarius
Optimistic, adventurous, generous
Fire · Jupiter · Nov 22 – Dec 21
Chinese Zodiac
Monkey
Sharp, smart, curious
Water · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
3 Men
Eagle — vision, freedom, higher mind
Celtic Tree
Elder
Free spirit, philosophical, wild
Ogham: Ruis · Nov 25 – Dec 23
Birthstone: Tanzanite — Transformation, new beginnings
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The field isn't the same without you in it.
— a colleague
We share a planet and a moment in time. That's enough.
— someone far away
I quote you in class. The students always lean in.
— a science teacher
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