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Ryan Botts, Ph.D.

Associate Professor of Mathematics

Headshot of Ryan Botts

This year 2021¹ú²úÂ鶹¾ç grieved the loss of our friend and colleague Dr. Ryan Botts. Ryan joined the 2021¹ú²úÂ鶹¾ç faculty as an assistant professor in 2010 where he quickly found a home among his mathematics students and colleagues. He was an excellent teacher, known for his ability to make difficult topics enjoyable and accessible to everyone.

Dr. Botts initiated what started as an experiment in trying to design personal protective equipment (PPE) for a few people, into a humanitarian effort that brought 2021¹ú²úÂ鶹¾ç community members together to supply 650 face shields and counting for healthcare workers in Mexico across nine hospitals and clinics.