The Etta Z. Falconer Mathematics Lecture Series honors and celebrates the memory and legacy of Etta Z. Falconer, Ph.D., Fuller E. Callaway Professor of Mathematics at Spelman College until her retirement in 2002. Dr. Falconer earned her doctorate degree from Emory University with a dissertation titled, “Quasigroups Invariant Under Isotopy,” directed by Trevor Evans. She began teaching at Spelman in 1965 and served the College with distinction for 37 years, contributing vision, leadership and tireless energy.
Among her many official roles, Dr. Falconer served as chair of the Department of Mathematics, chairperson of the Division of Natural Sciences, associate provost for science programs and policy, and interim provost of the College. In these and other professional roles beyond the College, she initiated and led many special projects which have increased the participation of women, African Americans and other under-represented groups in mathematics, science and engineering careers. Her work continues to have far-reaching impact today.
Speaker: Dr. Shelby Wilson, C’ 2006, Department of Mathematics, Morehouse College Lecture: "Noether, Falconer, Mirzakhani, Kovalesky and Me"
Speaker: Kelly-Ann Henry, MBA, C’ 96, Certified Internal Auditor and Fraud Consultant, Toyota Financial Services
Lecture: “What do Math Majors Do?”
Speaker: Dr. Monica F. Cox, C’98, Department of Engineering Education, Ohio State University Lecture: “Mathematics: A Foundation for Advancing Engineering Education”
Speaker: Dr. Erica Walker, Department of Mathematics, Science and Technology, Teachers College, Columbia University
Lecture: “Reimagining Spaces for Mathematics Learning: Lessons from Past and Present”
Speaker: Dr. Talithia Daniels Williams, C'2000, Department Mathematics, Harvey Mudd College Lecture: “The Falconer in Etta Falconer: Training Young Women to Soar”
Speaker: Dr. Ulrica Wilson, C’92, Department of Mathematics, Morehouse College
Lecture: “The Falconer Effect: A Nonlinear System with Sensitive Dependence on Initial Conditions”
Speaker: Dr. Tanya Moore, C'95, Youth Services Coordinator, City of Berkeley, California
Lecturer: “Be More than a Statistic: Honoring the Legacy of Dr. Etta Falconer”
Speaker: Dr. Kimberly S. Weems, C'93, Department of Statistics, North Carolina State University
Lecture: “Significant Effects: The Influence of Spelman on My Career and Beyond”
Speaker: Dr. Talitha M. Washington, C'96, Department of Mathematics, University of Evansville
Lecture: “Axioms for Success: A Spelman Woman’s Mathematical Journey”
Speaker: Dr. Kim Barnette, C'92, (Managing Partner, CEO Delta Decisions of D.C., LLC)
Lecture: “Who Would have Thought?: From Spelman College Math Major to Entrepreneur and CEO of Delta Decisions of D.C., LLC”
Speaker: Dr. Karen King, C’91, (Associate Professor of Mathematics Education, New York University)
Lecture: “The Mathematical Education of Teachers: The Legacy of Etta Falconer in Me”.
Speaker: Dr. Daphne Smith, C’80, Blue Cross and Blue Shield, St. Louis, Missouri
Lecture: “Challenges and Opportunities in Mathematics: Reflections from a Spelman Graduate”.
Speaker: Dr. Roselyn E. Williams, C’72, (Department of Mathematics, Florida A&M University).
Lecture: “Research Experience for Undergraduates”
Speaker: Dr. Teresa Edwards, C'76, (Senior Analyst, Quality Education for Minorities (QEM) Network)
Lecture: “Undergraduate Research: Preparations and Pathways”.
The Department of Mathematics relies on the support from alumnae and friends who share in our commitment to excellence. Individual and corporate gifts enable the department to enhance its programs and attract and retain STEM student scholars. To make a secure gift to the Dr. Etta Z. Falconer Scholarship for Mathematics at Spelman College, use the button below, click the OTHER box and type "Falconer Scholarship" in the gift designation box.
College representatives are available to assist you in exploring the many giving options and structuring a gift that is right for you. Please contact our fundraising team with additional questions.
Mathematics Department 404-270-5833 Science Center Additional Contact Info College Bulletin
VIEW ALL