Counted Out Screening

What does it mean to be a “math person”? How is mathematics education connected to the movement for civil rights? The new documentary, Counted Out, directed by Vicki Abeles, investigates how mathematics impacts all of us daily, from the people we date, the news we see, the influence of our votes, the candidates who win elections, the education we have access to, and the jobs we’re hired for. Whether we can speak the language of math is a critical determinant of social and economic power.

On April 16, a group of students, teachers, faculty, and community members attended a free screening of the movie sponsored by SMATE and the Math department. Following the movie, panelists shared their thoughts, answered questions from the audience, and engaged in a discussion about how we can make math more accessible to everyone. Thanks to all who attended the screening. If you weren’t able to attend, please see Counted Out when it becomes widely available!