Meet a Mathematician:
Maddie Weinstein

Hosted by Dr. Arthur Benjamin

Thursday, September 18
6:30 pm to 7:30 pm ET
(online)

Dr. Arthur Benjamin
Speaker: Maddie Weinstein

Did you ever wonder what a mathematician does all day?  Or what made someone decide to become a mathematician?  Or even, what a mathematician does for fun?  You may be surprised by some of the answers!

Join Dr. Arthur Benjamin, MoMath’s 2025–2026 Visiting Professor for Public Outreach, as he welcomes Maddie Weinstein to the MoMath stage to share her experiences, her story, and her love of mathematics.

Dr. Maddie Weinstein is an assistant professor of mathematics at the University of Puget Sound.  She teaches courses ranging from calculus and linear algebra to abstract algebra and the geometry of redistricting.  Her research lies in algebraic geometry, where she explores deep structural connections within mathematics.

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Meet a Mathematician:
Lew Ludwig

Hosted by Dr. Arthur Benjamin

Monday, October 6
6:30 pm to 7:30 pm ET

(online)

Lew Ludwig
Speaker: Lew Ludwig

Did you ever wonder what a mathematician does all day?  Or what made someone decide to become a mathematician?  Or even, what a mathematician does for fun?  You may be surprised by some of the answers!

Join Dr. Arthur Benjamin, MoMath's 2025–2026 Visiting Professor for Public Outreach, as he welcomes Lew Ludwig to the MoMath stage to share his experiences, his story, and his love of mathematics.

Lew Ludwig is a Professor of Mathematics at Denison University and a national leader in faculty development, helping educators navigate the promises and challenges of generative AI.  He has conducted more than 60 workshops and webinars at regional, national, and international levels, and is co-authoring the forthcoming book The Science of Learning Meets AI: A Practical Faculty Guide to Purposeful Integration, Student Engagement, and Ethical Practice.  Known for making complex ideas approachable, he is committed to advancing education through innovative teaching methods and promoting inclusive learning environments.

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About Meet a Mathematician

Join Dr. Arthur Benjamin, MoMath’s 2025–2026 Visiting Professor for Public Outreach, as he welcomes mathematicians to the MoMath stage to share their experiences, their stories, and their love of mathematics.

Dr. Arthur Benjamin, MoMath Visiting Professor
Host: Dr. Arthur Benjamin