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Journeys of Black Mathematicians
Creating Pathways
Season 1
Episode 102
A legacy of segregation and prejudice lies behind stories of African American mathematicians who attended majority White institutions. The film features several programs aimed at increasing the number of Blacks in the STEM fields. Established Black scholars pursue beauty and meaning in math, becoming role models for younger Black mathematicians who strive to shape new kinds of mathematics.
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This episode traces the role of HBCUs and mentors in growing the community of Black mathematicians.