Jiawen Gu

I am determined to pursue a Ph.D. in Mathematics and an advanced degree in Computer Science. My career goal is to teach college-level math and engage in research, though I am still exploring specific areas of interest. Additionally, I am committed to applying math in real-world settings through an industry career, entrepreneurial ventures, or interdisciplinary fields. Moreover, I have a deep passion for mathematics. In my younger years, I disliked math because my teacher treated us like machines, inundating us with endless worksheets without explanation or history, which left me feeling frustrated. However, everything changed when I met my high school math teacher, who utterly transformed my view of the subject. I developed a crush on math and began to see it not as insipid and annoying but as an exciting and nuanced entity. Proofs is the things converts math becaming a smooth and enjoyable, akin to exquisite dishes served at a Michelin-starred restaurant. Proofs opened my mind to the beauty of mathematics, awakening my curiosity about its true purpose beyond mere memorization. This experience has motivated me to have a duty teaching my future students in a similar way, so they can see the beauty in math just like I did now.