Category Archives: Advice

Ingredients of a Class Activity

Posted on June 6, 2018 by Behnam Esmayli

Non-lecture math education seems to be getting its advocates in the math communities at all levels. Every alternative to the traditional math education involves some sort of class activity, where students are given tasks to complete in groups or pairs. … Continue reading →

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The Sliding Scale of Academia

Posted on May 25, 2018 by Julianne Vega

When I start thinking about where I am going in the future – or when someone asks me the age-old question, “What do you want to do when you graduate?” – I hesitate to answer. My hesitation is well-warranted. It … Continue reading →

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Communicating Mathematics to a Broader Audience

Posted on March 16, 2018 by Vanessa Rivera-Quinones

How we communicate mathematics is an essential part of making mathematics accessible. You’ve probably experienced communicating with peers and faculty in your area of specialization, taught a few math courses, or even been involved in outreach activities with younger students.  … Continue reading →

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Towards Embracing Diverse Mathematical Communities

Posted on January 14, 2018 by Vanessa Rivera-Quinones

As graduate students, we interact with a wide variety of people: local communities,  students, peers, and professors. Within these interactions, there is great diversity: different backgrounds, experiences, and cultures. I believe this is something that makes our mathematical community vibrant … Continue reading →

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Freedom in Failure

Posted on December 10, 2017 by Deborah Wilkerson

“Preliminary examination results: Fail. Please meet with your committee members to discuss your exam.” These are the words I have seen five out of the six times I’ve opened an envelope after pouring my soul into studying for a prelim … Continue reading →

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