Schedule
The conference will be held virtually on Zoom from 10 AM – 3 PM USA ET from September 21–23, 2023.
Program Overview
Featured Speakers
Stacey Smith?
Full Professor
University of Ottawa / Université d'Ottawa
Kyne Santos
Mathematics Communicator
Author of Math in Drag
Pamela E. Harris
Associate Professor
University of Wisconsin at Milwaukee
Sam Hansen
Mathematics and Statistics Librarian
University of Michigan, Ann Arbor
Panels
Maintaining Mathematical Community
Robert Bryant, Professor & Department Chair, Duke U.
Aram Dermenjian, Heilbronn Felow, U. of Manchester
Mike Hill, Professor, U. of California, Los Angeles; President, Spectra
Moderated by Sarah Heuss
This panel will explore the importance of fostering a strong mathematical community and the challenges involved in doing so. The panelists will discuss the benefits of a supportive community, including opportunities for collaboration, professional development, and mentorship. The panelists will share their experiences and insights on how to maintain a sense of community in these challenging times, with a particular emphasis on strategies that can benefit both early career and senior professionals.
Navigating the Job Market
Richard Ferrara, VP, Global HRBP, Pearson
Wayne Goddard, Professor & Chair of Faculty (Instruction), Clemson U.
Lily Khadjavi, Professor, Loyola Marymount U.
Moderated by Alex Wiedemann
This panel aims to address the unique challenges and opportunities faced by LGBTQ+ mathematicians when seeking employment in academia, industry, and government. The panel will begin by exploring the experiences of LGBTQ+ mathematicians in the job market, including the barriers they face, such as discrimination, bias, and lack of representation. The panelists will discuss strategies for overcoming these challenges, including building a supportive network, seeking out allies, and advocating for diversity and inclusion.