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…4 min read·May 30, 2017--1--1
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…4 min read·May 23, 2017--1--1
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…4 min read·May 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…4 min read·May 8, 2017--1--1
Makeda GershensonTeens Taking ChargeLast Friday evening, @TeensTakeChargeNYC offered an evening of testimony from NYC students. It was an opportunity to learn about…3 min read·May 2, 2017----
Makeda GershensoninBetter HumansA Scientific Method to Your MadnessUsing trial and error to be more effective and efficient6 min read·Sep 8, 2015--2--2