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Thousands of students take on the Putnam each year, not just for glory, but for community and a love of problem-solving. Doug Ensley explores this tradition in our latest Math Values post: https://maa.org/math-values/the-putnam-exam-why-do-we-compete/

Honoring José F. Escobar this #HispanicHeritageMonth, a visionary mathematician whose work and mentorship left a lasting impact on the global math community.

AMC 10/12 Registration Closes Oct 15!

Secure your spot, lock in savings, and get ready for Competition Day. Schools with new managers must register by the deadline for vetting. Register now: https://maa.org/amcreg/

The Art of Publishing in MAA Journals

Join The Art of Publishing in MAA Journals on Oct 16 to learn how to get published and connect with the math community. Register: https://events.zoom.us/ev/AuB_hxxbB5Hc4T4adMVlV0A1JEeGRgtn3THD2_y1nCB4yO3yXSTg~AmlxfwSf20bxLLYOPxFf1ccOr__n3aUV16tZ06agL1y0AzD70_gmofrwNA15CsALBdRZZWVfRYB_mqKZ3KWn7EU7Cw

Math isn’t just for the classroom; it’s a tool for life. Keith Devlin shows how math guides public health choices, from vaccines to Tylenol. Read the Math Values article here: https://maa.org/math-values/tylenol-math/

Honoring María Josefa Wonenburger Planells this #HispanicHeritageMonth! A group theory pioneer who broke barriers and inspired future mathematicians.

The Curious Cube Season 3 - YouTube

The Curious Cube hosts answered questions on the Putnam, luck, math communities, & research prep. Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLevtNOOa6SZU3bWga9t0PFxuaegN5apHJ

Missed MAA MathFest 2025? See how NSF grants are advancing undergraduate mathematics education through posters, panels, and one-on-one guidance. Read more on Math Values here: https://maa.org/math-values/2025-mathfest-recap/

Get published in an MAA journal! Join The Art of Publishing in MAA Journals on Oct 16. Tips from editors on writing & submissions. Register here: https://bit.ly/430Zzvz

When wildfire smoke clouds the horizon, mathematics brings clarity. 15-year-old Rhea Ghosal shares how AIME & USAJMO skills helped her build early-warning signals for sustainability. Read more: https://maa.org/math-values/how-i-learned-to-mitigate-sustainability-issues-with-maths/

Today’s the deadline! Nominate leaders in mathematics for MAA’s annual awards honoring service, advocacy & impact. Don’t miss your chance, submit now: https://maa.org/community/awards/

Meet Shelby Aaberg, a math educator whose journey from student to mentor was shaped by early guidance. Now, he empowers others through the MAA AMC. Discover how mentorship influenced his path.

Read here: https://maa.org/news/mentoring-tomorrows-problem-solvers-shelby-aaberg-maa-member-spotlight/

This week’s M-Powered features Gauss, the moon tilt illusion, and an MAA Member Spotlight. Plus member benefits and a math challenge from the Competitions Corner.

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Honoring Hispanic Heritage Month: Cora Susana Sadosky, Argentine mathematician advancing harmonic analysis and championing women in math.

Membership has its perks! MAA members can rent an SUV from Budget for just $49/day and enjoy exclusive travel deals, professional resources, and more. Explore member benefits here: https://maa.org/maa-member-benefits-and-discounts/

Proud to honor the centennial of Dr. Elbert Frank Cox’s PhD, the first earned by a Black mathematician.

Tonight at @howard.edu, Dr. Bourama Toni presented Dr. Lucien Cox with a tribute to his father, penned by Howard's president.

The celebration continues tomorrow. Register here: bit.ly/484CoE6

Math isn’t just equations; it’s a way to make sense of life’s chaos. Delia Grenville, Ph.D., shows how Fourier & Laplace transforms appear in everyday moments. Read more: maa.org/math-values/...

Happy #MathStorytellingDay🎉 Math is more than numbers; it’s the stories, problems, and connections that make it meaningful. What’s your math story?

Some students never make it into the classroom. Dave Kung urges math educators to spot hidden barriers and support those historically left behind. Read more in our Math Values: maa.org/math-values/...

Alberto Pedro Calderón, a pioneering Argentine mathematician, advanced mathematical analysis with work that impacts science, engineering, and technology. #HispanicHeritageMonth #STEM

What do geometry & physics have to do with the world’s top game? The Football reveals the math behind every play. Read more at MAA Reviews: maa.org/book-reviews...

Deadline October 1! Nominations are open for MAA’s annual awards honoring leadership, service, and advocacy in mathematics, including the Yueh-Gin Gung and Dr. Charles Y. Hu Award for Distinguished Service and the Mary P. Dolciani Award.
Nominate now: maa.org/community/aw...

Math is more than formulas; it’s a human story. In our latest Math Values post, Shakiyya Bland, Ed.D., explores how ethnomathematics connects culture, identity, and learning. Read here: maa.org/math-values/...

Bring the power of mathematics to your community! Host the AMC 8, 10, or 12 at your school and inspire students with fun, challenging problem-solving experiences.

Registration for the 2025–26 cycle is now open. Register now: maa.org/getting-star...

Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month by honoring pioneering mathematicians like Jaime Escalante, whose legacy inspires discovery, innovation, and excellence. #HispanicHeritageMonth #STEM

What if the challenge in math isn’t the material, but how we teach it? See how Seattle U’s co-requisite course turned Intro to Proofs into a gateway for success in this week’s Math Values: maa.org/math-values/...

New Knot Theory Discovery Overturns Long-Held Mathematical Assumption Mathematicians have unraveled a key conjecture about knot theory

Big mathematics news! A new knot theory discovery overturns a 90-year-old assumption, revealing that some knots are simpler than once thought. Read more in Scientific American: www.scientificamerican.com/article/new-...

From Mary Somerville’s legacy to tough questions about grading, the new M-Powered digest is here.

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Is AI draining resources, or are we missing the bigger issue? Explore Lew Ludwig’s latest Math Values post on AI, environment, and the future. Read here: maa.org/math-values/...

The 2025 MAA officer elections are underway.

Members can vote for the next President and Vice President of the Association through October 9.

Details on how to access your unique link are in Michael Pearson’s post on MAA Connect here: connect.maa.org/discussion/m...