Makeda GershensonMathematical MeditationI learned to love math from my mom, the math mathemagician. I remember a cherry-colored abacus near my mother’s bedside. I watched her…May 30, 2017May 30, 2017
Makeda GershensonMindful Moments in the MadnessI settled into the hard bench, pressing against the metal rails of the subway seats. I preferred to sit at the end, sandwiching myself…May 23, 20171May 23, 20171
Makeda GershensonAn Oasis of OKRolling my suitcase out of the office, I ambled down the bustling hallway. I wondered what my high school self might’ve thought at the…May 15, 2017May 15, 2017
Makeda GershensonThe Elephant in the RoomOne of my favorite jobs growing up was working at the Bureau of Land Management in Alaska. My glamorous role included 1) scanning…May 8, 20171May 8, 20171
Makeda GershensonTeens Taking ChargeLast Friday evening, @TeensTakeChargeNYC offered an evening of testimony from NYC students. It was an opportunity to learn about…May 2, 2017May 2, 2017
Makeda GershensoninBetter HumansA Scientific Method to Your MadnessUsing trial and error to be more effective and efficientSep 8, 20152Sep 8, 20152