Math & Cultural
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| Location: | George R. Moscone Convention Center, Room 304, San Francisco, CA |
The Simons Laufer Mathematical Sciences Institute (SLMath) and the National Association of Mathematicians (NAM) invite JMM 2024 registrants to join us in San Francisco for the world premiere of director George Csicsery (Zala Films) newest documentary feature.
The "Journeys of Black Mathematicians" documentary series explores the contributions of pioneering African Americans in mathematics. "Forging Resilience", the first of two films, features interviews with contemporary Black American researchers and educators who discuss their experiences, struggles and accomplishments, the film surveys some innovative educational programs in math at every level from grade school through undergraduate and postdocs.
At the conclusion of the screening there will be a panel discussion.
Welcome: Tatiana Toro, MSRI / Simons Laufer Mathematical Sciences Institute (SLMath)
Panel Chair: Omayra Ortega, Sonoma State University / National Association of Mathematicians (NAM)
Panelists:
- George Paul Csicsery, Zala Films
- Johnny L. Houston, Elizabeth City State University / National Association of Mathematicians (NAM)
- Emille Davie Lawrence, University of San Francisco
- Duane A. Cooper, Morehouse College
- Anisah Nu'Man, Spelman College