Please note that the list below only shows forthcoming events, which may not include regular events that have not yet been entered for the forthcoming term. Please see the past events page for a list of all seminar series that the department has on offer.

 

Past events in this series


Wed, 22 Oct 2025

14:30 - 15:30
N3.12

Mathematrix Book Club

(Mathematrix)
Abstract

Join us for the inaugural session of Mathematrix book club! Have you heard that office workplaces often have the thermostat set at a temperature that is too cold for women to work comfortably? This month we will be discussing the academic articles behind concepts that often come up in conversations about gender inequality in the workplace. The goal of book club is to develop an evidence-based understanding of diversity in mathematics and academia. 

 

Fri, 31 Oct 2025

12:00 - 13:00
N2.37

Mathematrix: Mental Health as a Grad Student with Prof Ian Griffiths

Prof Ian Griffiths
(Mathematrix)
Abstract

Prof Ian Griffiths (a mental health first aider in the department) will lead a discussion about how to protect your mental health when studying an intense graduate degree and outline the support and resources available within the Mathematical Institute. 

Wed, 05 Nov 2025

14:30 - 15:30
N3.12

Mathematrix: Crafts and Cakes

(Mathematrix)
Abstract

Come take a break and get to know other Mathematrix members over some crafts! All supplies and sweet treats provided.

Fri, 14 Nov 2025
12:00
N4.01

Mathematrix: Maths Isn't Neutral with Hana Ayoob

Hana Ayoob
(Mathematrix)
Abstract

Mathematicians often like to think of maths as objective. Science communicator Hana Ayoob joins us to discuss how the fact that humans do maths means that the ways maths is developed, used, and communicated are not neutral.

Wed, 19 Nov 2025
14:30
N3.12

Mathematrix Book Club

(Mathematrix)
Abstract

A discussion on how race and ethnicity interact with the concept of merit in academia, based on sections from the book 'Misconceiving Merit' by Blair-Loy and Cech. 

Wed, 03 Dec 2025
14:30
N3.12

DPhil Applications Q&A

Abstract

Your chance to ask Mathematrix DPhil students about the process of applying to PhD programs, including written stages and interviews!