Events of March 2012

Math For Everyone Talk and Exhibit: Discovering Origami Theorems

Mar 8, 2012

In March, Amanda presented a Math For Everyone Talk at the University of Notre Dame. As part of the advertising for this event, Amanda also created a mathematical origami exhibit in the Notre Dame Mathematics Library which was displayed during most of the spring semester. It is impossible to use a straight-edge and compass to trisect an arbitrary angle. However, this feat can be accomplished by folding paper. During this talk, we will discover and prove many origami theorems, analyze Huzita's origami axioms, and fold a theoretically impossible hyperbolic paraboloid using a single sheet of paper with no cuts.

School City of Mishawaka Consulting and Professional Development

Mar 19, 2012 – Mar 29, 2012

Working with administrators and teachers, Amanda Serenevy assisted with professional development workshops supporting the implementation of a new math program for high-ability students in Kindergarten through 6th grades at all seven elementary schools.