Colleen Conway has received the 2026 National Association for Music Education Senior Researcher Award, according to a report by mmeamichigan.org. The Michigan Music Education Association announced the honor, noting that the recognition comes as no surprise to those who have heard her speak or worked with her in Ann Arbor classrooms.
The association described Conway’s relationship with MMEA as an endless testament to her dedication to her craft, colleagues, and students. Year after year, her counsel is sought, and she is never reticent to provide assistance wherever needed. MMEA expressed pride in counting Conway as one of their own, celebrating her national-level recognition for her contributions to the field.
The organization identified Conway as an incredible stalwart of music education in Michigan. While the group noted they could list numerous reasons for their admiration, they issued the announcement to ensure the membership could share in the congratulations for this distinguished researcher.
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