Category Archives: Mathematics in Society

Let’s Take Responsibility For Our Math

Posted on June 27, 2020 by Error Not Found

In an open letter to the AMS Notices, a collaboration of prominent mathematicians and other stakeholders insist that mathematicians and universities suspend any relationship with law enforcement (see here). Their reasoning, as the letter makes clear, is that the tools … Continue reading →

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A Defense of Diversity Statements in Hiring

Posted on December 5, 2019 by Error Not Found

Recently, Abigail Thompson, a Vice President of the AMS and Professor at UC Davis, wrote a short opinion piece coming out against the use of diversity statements in hiring. As I read her piece, I found myself troubled by some … Continue reading →

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Mathematics at 2019 SACNAS

Posted on November 12, 2019 by Andrés R. Vindas Meléndez

Below I share some details about SACNAS and some of the mathematical events that happened at this year’s SACNAS National Conference.  I hope that this may also serve as an invitation/motivation for anyone interested in diversity and mathematics to participate … Continue reading →

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Interviewing New International Math PhD Students

Posted on November 4, 2019 by Error Not Found

En route to my first year of graduate school, I packed up the three good pillows I have, moved a couple hundred miles, and planted myself in an apartment I had only seen in a grainy Face Time video. Hopefully … 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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