In this episode, Professor of Mathematics Edray Goins takes us back to his childhood in South L.A. and shares how he became fascinated with science, first with physics and finally with mathematics.
As a young Black mathematician, Goins didn’t have academic role models, thus he now dedicates his time to train and mentor minorities in college who will be the next generations of scientists and mathematicians. Goins, who specializes in number theory and algebraic theory, looks forward to teaching future classes at Pomona on how mathematics and statistics can inform public policy in order to tackle big issues such as the COVID-19 crisis.
Hosted by: Mark Wood and Patty Vest
Produced by: Jeff Hing
Transcript: https://www.pomona.edu/sites/default/files/sagecast-edraygoins-050620.txt
Video Teaser: https://youtu.be/TArK5vgNY9g
