The most skilled mathematicians in the world must also be effective communicators. In the first three years of my Ph.D., I gave seven math talks, all with undergraduate math students in mind. In this talk, I will discuss the benefits of giving undergrad-friendly talks, both for your progress as a Ph.D. student and for preparing to apply to academic jobs. I will offer some advice on topic selection, and then I will share some key principles to keep in mind when making undergraduate-friendly talks, using my own past talks as examples. Finally, I will lay out many opportunities we have to share our passion for our subject with the next cohort of budding mathematicians.
Friday, October 4, 2024 - 14:00 to 15:00
Thackeray Hall Room 703