Statistical and Applied Mathematical Sciences Institute

SAMSI Hosting 2008 Blackwell-Tapia Conference Encouraging Minority Students to Enter Field of Mathematics

David Blackwell and Richard Tapia are two influential figures who inspired a generation of African-American, Native American and Latino/Latina students to pursue careers in mathematics. This conference recognizes and showcases mathematical excellence by minority researchers. The conference will focus on successful efforts to address under-representation, career opportunities in mathematics, and allow attendees to network with mathematical researchers from around the U.S. - October 29, 2008