Inspired by salons that flourished in Europe during the 17th and 18th centuries, MESCal meetings are social gatherings where mathematics faculty meet each other, share ideas, and support one another. They are inclusive spaces where each person has a voice. Many of us are people of color and women; many of us are engaged in diversity-related efforts on our own campuses. These gatherings are important times when we can recharge and draw strength from one another so that we can continue the work we are engaged in. An important idea behind MESCal is an intentional focus on developing a strong social fabric that knits the group together: inclusive fellowship, camaraderie, and friendship are important than adherence to any particular set of ideas, efforts or programs.Â
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Past Events (not including smaller social gatherings)
Fourth Annual MESCal Unconference on Equity and Inclusivity in the Mathematical Sciences
At Harvey Mudd College in Claremont, CA
9am-3pm on Saturday, Oct 21, 2023
Third Annual MESCal Unconference on Equity and Inclusivity in the Mathematical Sciences
At the Kellogg West Conference Center at Cal Poly Pomona
9am-4:30pm on Saturday, February 22, 2020
Plenary speaker: Adi Adiredja (University of Arizona)
Second Annual MESCal Unconference on Equity and Inclusivity in the Mathematical Sciences
At the University of La Verne
9am-3pm on Saturday, May 11, 2019
Plenary speaker: Candice Price (Smith College)
PACIFIC MATH ALLIANCE MEETING @ California State University, Northridge
Saturday, October 6th, 2018, 9am-1pm
The First Annual MESCal Unconference!
At Harvey Mudd College in Claremont, CA
9am-3pm on Saturday, February 17, 2018
Picture from our 2023 Unconference:
Picture from our 2020 Unconference:
Picture from our 2018 Unconference: