Mathematician and Mentor

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Mathematician and Mentor

Although she supported the development of all her students, Malone-Mayes was particularly dedicated to the task of mentoring female students in her typically male- dominated field. Her commitment to this cause led Malone-Mayes to be the first African American elected to the executive committee of the Association of Women in Mathematics.

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By Amanda Mylin & Prisca Bird
Waco native Vivienne Lucille Malone-Mayes possessed a sharp mind with a resilient spirit to match. In an age where few women, let alone women of color, went on to become prominent figures in higher education, Malone-Mayes made her mark as an…