Monthly Archives: February 2020

In honor of Black History Month

Posted on February 12, 2020 by Vanessa Rivera-Quinones

February 1 marked the beginning of Black History Month. Its origin trace back to 1926, when the historian Carter G. Woodson pioneered “Negro History Week” in the second week of February because it coincided with the birthdays of former US president … Continue reading →

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Mathematical Enchantments: A Tour

Posted on February 7, 2020 by racheljcrowell

Mathematical Enchantments, or “Jim Propp’s math blog” is about “adventures in fantastic realms you can build inside your head.” The blog has been discussed a few times on this blog in recent years. Welcome to my tour of a few … Continue reading →

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