Edwin Marrero awarded 2026 MIT Martin Luther King, Jr. Leadership Award

Edwin Marrero is presented with a MIT MLK Leadership award

February 10, 2026

Edwin Marrero, a Lemelson-MIT Invention Education Manager, was presented with the MIT Martin Luther King, Jr. Leadership Award for Staff on February 10, 2026. Presenting the award was MIT Chancellor Melissa Nobles.
Photo credit: Chellypic Photography

Lemelson-MIT is proud to honor Edwin for being named a recipient of the award—a recognition that celebrates individuals who embody Dr. King’s legacy through service, integrity, and a deep commitment to equity and community impact.

Picture of the group of MLK Award recipients — Awardees from L-R: Janine Medrano, Dr. Melissa Alyson Smith, Dr. Frederick E. Harris, Jr., Edwin Marrero, Carissma McGee, Chancellor Melissa Nobles. Photo credit: Chellypic Photography

This award reflects not only Edwin's leadership at Lemelson-MIT, but the lasting influence of his work has had through dedication, collaboration, and vision for a more inclusive future. We’re grateful to work alongside leaders like Edwin who inspire meaningful change every day.

The award presentation ceremony was followed the next day by the annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Luncheon. MIT President Sally Kornbluth and School of Engineering Dean Paula Hammond spoke, along student and staff of the MIT community, including a performance by the MIT Gospel Choir. To see the full program, click here.