Randomness and Chance: Unraveling the Mysteries with USU Mathematician Erin Beckman

Erin Beckman, a USU mathematician, will be the featured speaker for Science Unwrapped on Friday, March 22. Her presentation, ‘Randomness and Chance: Push It to the Limit’, will take place at 7 p.m. in the Eccles Science Learning Center on campus. This event is open to all and admission is free.

The theme for this year’s Science Unwrapped season is “Building on Basics.” Beckman will demonstrate simple examples of basic probability theorems to show how they are applicable in everyday life. Probability theory is a branch of mathematics that deals with the analysis of random phenomena. The outcome of a random event is unknown until it occurs, but it could be any one of several possible outcomes, determined by chance.

Following the in-person event, Beckman’s talk will be recorded and posted on the Science Unwrapped website within a week. All ages are welcome to attend this family-friendly event. After the presentation, there will be hands-on learning activities and refreshments provided.

Science Unwrapped has been hosted by USU’s College of Science since 2009. The series aims to make science engaging and accessible to the public. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn more about randomness and chance with Erin Beckman!