Peter Mikhael, B.S. 2019

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

2019 Major: Mathematics and Chemistry

How has being a Mathematics graduate from Duke helped shape you personally and/or professionally?

"The rigor and discipline that comes from mathematical training translates to all aspects of life. The ability to formulate problems, make precise claims, and methodically search for solutions has been invaluable. Since I remain in academia, mathematics plays a major role in my professional life, and my undergraduate education has certainly shaped my current career path."

What advice would you give students in Duke's Mathematics programs?

"For mathematics, it was crucial to dive deep into textbooks and commit to studying from them. Even when the lectures were good, it was incredibly instructive to go through the subject's book in detail (annotating proofs, doing or thinking about some sample problems, etc.) "

Peter Mikhael