Making Mathematics Understandable, Practical, and Human
I’m a University of Toronto Math & Statistics student sharing insights on proofs, problem-solving, and what math actually looks like beyond the classroom.
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MAT157 at the University of Toronto
A breakdown of how I approached one of UofT’s toughest math courses.
How Math Assignments are Really Graded
What grading math assignments taught me about clarity and thinking.
Presenting my Research at an Academic Conference
Presenting my research and what I learned from the experience.
About Me
Hi, I’m Ashmeer, a Mathematics and Statistics student at the University of Toronto.
I started AshDoesMath to make math more accessible and to challenge the idea that it’s only for a select few. Too often, math is seen as something abstract or intimidating, when in reality it’s just a structured way of thinking.
Through this blog, I share insights on proofs, university math, and what it’s actually like studying mathematics, with the goal of making it clearer, more practical, and more human.
Recent Posts on Math, Proofs & University Life
Presenting My Research at TCURC: Explaining Mathematical Proofs to a Broader Audience
Presenting My Research at a Conference I recently had the opportunity to present my mathematics research at an undergraduate research conference, and it turned out to be one of the most rewarding academic experiences I’ve had so far. It was a great opportunity not only to share my work, but also to hear about projects […]
How Math Assignments Are Really Graded (From a TA’s Perspective)
University math grading can feel mysterious. Many students assume grading is rigid, purely answer-focused, or even arbitrary. After grading hundreds of assignments across multiple first-year calculus sections, I can confidently say that this assumption is wrong. Grading in mathematics is not just about correctness. Many students don’t fully understand how math assignments are graded at the […]
MAT157 at the University of Toronto: An Honest Review from a UofT Mathematics and Statistics Student
If you’re considering taking MAT157: Analysis I at the University of Toronto, you’re probably already aware it has a bit of a reputation. Whether you’re a math enthusiast, a theoretical dreamer, or just someone looking to challenge yourself, MAT157 is not your average first-year calculus course, and I’m here to break down exactly what to expect. […]