David Peter Goulette

David Peter Goulette is a Lecturer in the Department of Mathematics at San José State University (SJSU). He holds a Bachelor of Arts from California State University, Sacramento (2007) and is pursuing a master's thesis on Möbius Transformations and Riemann Surfaces. His research interests include discrete Morse theory applied to galaxy distribution, conducted in collaboration with CAMCOS and NASA-Ames. He has taught courses such as UNVS 16C (Statway) and MATH 100W (LaTeX). Previously, he served as a graduate student Teaching Associate (2011–2013), instructing College Algebra and leading calculus workshops. In 2012, he directed a Volkswagen-sponsored applied mathematics research project. Goulette has extensive experience in tutoring and summer math programs, alongside his academic roles.

His academic contributions span mathematical research, curriculum development in statistics education, and pedagogical tools like LaTeX. Collaborations include interdisciplinary projects with NASA-Ames, emphasizing applied topology and computational methods. Teaching focuses on accessibility and foundational skills, reflected in his leadership of Statway and LaTeX coursework.