Saturday, August 5, 2023
MAA MathFest 2023

Invited Paper Session organized by the Leitzel Lecturer
Building STEM Success From K-12 Through College

Read the abstracts for the talks from this session: https://www.maa.org/node/3574989/

Students enter college with a variety of backgrounds and life experiences that shape their trajectory. For students from historically marginalized backgrounds, it can be especially difficult to navigate college life and academics within an environment that was not made for them. As faculty members, there is a great deal that can be done to better understand and support our students. This session will introduce insights about the student experience and how we can support them, with ideas from both researchers and practitioners who work from K-12 through college.

Organizer:
Daniel Zaharopol, Bridge to Enter Advanced Mathematics (BEAM)

Schedule

Real Analysis: Gateway or Gatekeeper?
8:00 a.m. - 8:20 a.m.
Amy Bennett, University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Yvonne Lai, University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Demographic Gaps or Preparation Gaps?: The Large Impact of Incoming Preparation on Performance of Students in Introductory Physics
8:30 a.m. - 8:50 a.m.
Shima Salehi, Stanford University

Welcoming Students into a Math Community
9:00 a.m. - 9:20 a.m.
Sarah Hunt, Bridge to Enter Advanced Mathematics (BEAM)

How Do K-12 Schools Prepare Top Math Talent for Advanced Math Studies?
9:30 a.m. - 9:50 a.m.
Al Lucero, The Partnership for Los Angeles Schools

Examining Mathematical Narratives and Supporting New Students in Mathematics
10:00 a.m. - 10:20 a.m.
Aris Winger, Georgia Gwinnett College

Panel Discussion: Supporting Students on Pathways to STEM
10:30 a.m. - 11:20 a.m.

Every summer, MAA MathFest presents the latest in mathematical research and education to diverse audiences across the nation. As the largest community of mathematicians, students, and enthusiasts, MAA is proud to bring an interactive, accessible, and informative experience to you this year.