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September 24, 2025

Haile Gilroy: Math Colloquium

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Room 103, Darwin Hall
Wed, Sep 24, 4:00 pm

What Does Combinatorics Have to do With the Chain Rule?. Combinatorial Designs is a branch of discrete mathematics that focuses on arrangements of objects according to a set of rules. In Calculus I, the Chain Rule is a notoriously difficult concept for instructors to explain and for students to master, but, given the optimal practice, could students understand the Chain Rule more efficiently? In this talk, we explore a problem in Combinatorial Design Theory and how it can be applied to constructing Chain Rule homework.Open to all students, faculty, and community members. For any questions or accommodations, please email math@sonoma.edu 

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