Secrets of (Successful) UW Math Alumni

Thursday, January 25, 2018 9:30 am - 3:15 pm EST (GMT -05:00)

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The Faculty of Mathematics is exceptionally proud of our alumni for their outstanding accomplishments, innovation, and achievements within their communities and professions. 

Join us for an afternoon of inspiring and informative discussions presented by the 2017 Alumni Achievement Medal Award recipients
 
Morning Discussions:

9:30 - 10:15 a.m.  - Lessons Learned for Founding a Startup

Patrick Hayes, BMath 2012, Computer Science - Co-Founder and Vice President, Engineering at SigOpt Inc.

Coffee Break

10:30 - 11:15 a.m. - 10 Career Success Secrets of Technology Executives

Dora Vell, MMath 1987, Computer Science - Founder and Managing Partner at Vell Executive Search Limited 


Afternoon Discussions:

1:30 - 2:15 p.m. - The Discovery of the Einstein Equations in General Relativity

Niky Kamran, PhD 1984, Applied Mathematics - Professor, Department of Mathematics and Statistics at McGill University

Coffee Break

2:30 - 3:15 p.m. - From Software to Cleantech to Reinvented Toilets: Learning About Innovation

Brian Arbogast, BMath 1986, Computer Science - Director of Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene Program at the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation


 
Complimentary refreshments will be provided.
 
Sign up for one or all four seminars! All are welcome!