Author Archives: Kareem Carr

New AMS Blog

by Kareem Carr The AMS has recently launched a new blog called “PhD + epsilon”. The subtitle is “an early career mathematician blogs about her experiences and challenges.” The blogger is Adriana Salerno who is an assistant professor at Bates … Continue reading

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Some Thoughts on Innovation

by Kareem Carr Recently, I was having a discussion with a friend about the work world and where salaried workers fit into it. His point of view was similar to a notion I’d heard before. It went something like ‘if … Continue reading

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From When She Was Kissed by the Mathematician

by Kareem Carr Adam’s post reminded me of a series of poems called “Four Poems from When She Was Kissed by the Mathematician” by Sandra M. Gilbert. They are behind a pay-wall, but most students should have access. They can … Continue reading

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Travel Grants Available

by Kareem Carr A comment by Ellen Maycock of the AMS has brought to light some really good opportunities: I wanted to let everyone know about some great funding opportunities that are coming up this summer and fall. ** The … Continue reading

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Letting kids know that math IS a social activity

by Kareem Carr

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