Daniel Drucker

Professor Daniel Drucker is a faculty member in the Department of Mathematics at Wayne State University (WSU), serving as Professor and Associate Chair within the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. He has held academic positions at WSU since 1975, progressing from Assistant Professor to his current rank. His research focuses on Lie Theory, Differential Geometry, Applied Linear Algebra, and Number Theory.

Dr. Drucker earned his B.S. from MIT (1967), followed by M.A. and Ph.D. in Mathematics from the University of California, Berkeley (1973), under the supervision of Joseph A. Wolf. He has taught a wide range of undergraduate and graduate courses, including Calculus, Linear Algebra, Number Theory, and Differential Geometry. Notable teaching awards include the WSU President’s Award for Excellence in Teaching (1987) and the College of Science Teaching Award (2003).

His research contributions span geometric analysis, algebraic structures, and mathematical education. He has authored textbooks and solutions manuals for calculus courses and published extensively on topics like Dynkin diagrams, reflection properties of surfaces, and the Pythagorean theorem in higher dimensions. Dr. Drucker also serves as Concertmaster for the Royal Oak Symphony Orchestra, contributing to his community beyond academia.

• Research interests: Lie Theory, Differential Geometry, Applied Linear Algebra, Number Theory
• Teaching awards: WSU President’s Award (1987), College of Science Award (2003)
• Professional service roles: Chair of Undergraduate Committee (2020–21), MAA Liaison, Engineering Liaison