My name is Scott Guernsey and I am an applied mathematics undergraduate student at The University of New Mexico (UNM). My prospective graduation date is Spring 2014. I have been awarded a Bachelor of Arts in Economics (2010) and a Masters of Business Administration -- Finance (2012) both from UNM. My plan is to apply for doctoral programs in mathematical finance this fall with the hopes of being admitted for the Fall 2014 semester. I am really excited to participate in the math camp this summer and look forward to  meeting all of you! The picture is one of me at Sandia Peak.

My name is Anthony Heitzinger, and I am a rising Senior at UNM. While I am probably not as passionate towards mathematics as the other participants, I have always been good at it and enjoyed learning it. I am better at calculating algorithms than most people, and I am quicker at understanding concepts. To me, there is probably nothing more satisfying than that moment when a new math concept finally clicks in my mind after some grueling hours in the classroom and at home. Being able to solve the related problems after that feels great, and is a large reason I am still learning math. I am an applied math major.  In my free time I enjoy Tennis, board games, video games, and youtube. 

I'm currently traveling and have intermittent Internet access, so I apologize for taking so long to respond. I go by "Rob", I'm 48 this August, am currently the math department head at Rio Rancho high school and have been teaching for the past 18 years.  I taught in Sierra Leone, West Africa in the Peace Corps, in Gallup, and on St. Lawrence Island and White Mountain, Alaska before coming to Rio Rancho. I'm married with three children and one grandchild.  I enjoy the outdoors, especially hiking, biking, and fishing. I travel when I can, and love good food.

Hi! My name is Claire Klumpenhower. I graduated from UNM in 1991 with a B.S. in math education. I taught high school math for 7 years and then, for the next 10 years, I left my teaching job to raise and home school my two children. Last year I renewed my NM certification. I am currently at NMSU-Grants working part-time as a math instructor for Adult Ed and I am scheduled to teach a dev math class for the college this fall. Although not formally in a classroom, my home schooling and adult ed experiences have given me a better understanding of teaching. Bottom line: I want to be the best math teacher that I can be. My hobbies are singing and dancing to youtube videos, amateur container/patio gardening, and reading biographies. I look forward to meeting all of you!

Hi : ) My name is Tiffany Lenhart.  I just graduated from Northern Arizona University, in Flagstaff Arizona, with a B.S. in Mathematics.  I will be attending graduate school for Mathematics at NAU in the fall.  I have lived in Arizona my whole life and I am excited to see a bit more of the Southwest in Albuquerque.  When I'm not doing math I like to crochet, sew, read, and hang out with friends.  I look forward to meeting everyone. : )

Hello, fellow Summer Math Campers!!! My name is Yuridia Leyva , and I recently graduated from the University of New Mexico with a B.S. in Applied Mathematics, a B.A. in Chemistry, and a minor in World Dance. I have loved math ever since my parents and I can remember—math homework was always the first thing I did after getting home from school. Ultimately, I wish to pursue a career in which I can apply both my skills in mathematics as well as my interests in the health sciences. My next step is graduate school, which I’m very excited about! Aside from academics, I love to dance to practically anything, although my favorites are Latin dance and ballroom dance. I also enjoy hiking, being outdoors, and exercising (so if you need a work out buddy, do not hesitate to let me know)! I look forward to meeting all of you!

Hey Everyone, My name is Audrey Marie Padilla.  This past May, I earned my B.S. in Pure Mathematics from UNM. This fall, I will be starting grad school at UNM, and teaching College Algebra! I am honored and excited to embark on this new adventure, since teaching is one of my passions :o) I am a native New Mexican who loves getting up early, working in my garden, hiking, taking road trips, eating good food, spending time with friends and family. I look forward to meeting you all!

Hello my name is Martha Pena, I teach at Robertson High School, in Las Vegas, New Mexico. I have been a high school math teacher for 29 years. I am also on the Board of Director for the New Mexico MESA (Math, Engineering, and Science Achievement) Program.

Hi, My name is Tessa Smithers and I am majoring in mathematics at CU Boulder. I am originally from Batavia, Illinois (home of Fermilab) but have been in Colorado for a few years now. My father majored in mathematics and always taught me math as a kid. I have loved it ever since. When I am not studying math, I like to hike, travel, and read science fiction. This is my first summer program and I am really excited about it. I can't wait to meet everyone!

My name is Jennifer Webb. For the past 4 yrs I've been a stay at home mom with my two boys, but this fall I'll be teaching 7th grade Math at Desert Ridge MS. I have a BS in Math and MA in Curriculum & Instruction. I taught at Jimmy Carter MS, Vision Quest Alternative MS and Grant MS. During the past few years at home, I tutored home-schooled students and started a little tie-dye and batik business. My favorite summer activities are camping and backpacking with my family. In the winter, I like to stay cozy, cook and knit. I look forward to meeting all of you!

My name is Andrew Baxter and I am a pure math and geology double major at UNM. My academic goal is to get a Ph.D in math and work in either planetary science or math academia while giving back to my community as much as possible. My interest and hobbies include logic puzzels, science fiction writing, rock hounding and artisan food.

My name is Dorothy Alzaga. I have been teaching math to middle schoolers for 20 years. I have a BS in Mathematics and a Masters in secondary education. I like to work in my yard and garden. I also enjoy building and remodeling. Occasionally I find time to sew which is one of my favorite things to do.

I am Jessica Griffith. I have been teaching math and science at a small, private, Non-profit christian middle school call Escuela Luz del Mundo. This year I will be teaching one science class and 8th grade math, and will be the on site director of the school. I got my B.A. in Biology from Reed College in 2006. I relocated to Albuquerque in 2008 to teach at ELM. My favorite activities to do year round are hiking, cooking, and baking. In the summer, I actually get time to read for pleasure, so try to spend a lot of time doing that. I am excited to meet everyone!

E. A. De Kinder is an 8th grade math and science teacher.

My name is Jana Rupp.  Currently I teach middle school math at Bosque School.  Before moving to Albuquerque, I taught math and science at the American School Foundation in Guadalajara, Mexico. I look forward to meeting all of you and learning how to further my students' appreciation of math.  In my free time, I enjoy cooking, traveling, reading, and art.  

R. E. Lovato is a High School Teacher.

I have exactly one photo on my computer so that is the only choice and it got put in here as an attachment apparently instead of being visible.  I have a long and very eclectic list of things that I like: hippos, bicycling, fountain pens, coins, French literature, bel canto style opera, just about any fresh fruit, of course mathematics but also teaching mathematics.  As I look at my thermometer out there I can add something I definitely do NOT like-- days over 100 degrees, or even over 95 degrees for that matter.  My formal  studies were in French but the only job I've ever had is as math faculty, at Harvard for five years and at UNM for 14.   I hope that we have a great monsoon season, even if it means riding my bike home in the rain every day after our meetings (though preferably not amidst too much thunder and lightning).  I am looking forward to making new acquaintances and also reconnecting with old friends.

Hi All, I've been in the Math department at UNM since 1996 and started working with Math teachers about 10 years ago. Right now I'm working a number of different projects, with Illustrative Mathematics being the one that takes up the majority of my time. Since it is a resource we are going to use a lot in our week together, you might want to check it out ahead of time: http://www.illustrativemathematics.org/ [www.illustrativemathematics.org] I've attached a photo of me from last summer in the jungle in Ecuador where I studied Spanish and tromped around in the mud with my family. I'm looking forward to meeting/reconnecting with everyone!