Debra Hydorn

Debra L. Hydorn is a Professor of Mathematics at the University of Mary Washington. She holds a B.S. in Mathematics and Zoology, an M.S. in Mathematics, and a Ph.D. in Statistics, all from the University of Michigan. Her academic career emphasizes curriculum innovation and technology integration in mathematics education.

Her research explores statistics pedagogy, service-learning frameworks, and undergraduate research methodologies, with specific applications in discrete mathematics and community-based projects. She frequently presents at major conferences like the Joint Mathematics Meetings on topics ranging from Wang tile arrangements to auditory learning tools.

Awards & Grants:

• Mathematics Association of America PIC MATH Program Participant (2016)
• Office of Naval Research Summary Fellow (2015)
• Co-Principal Investigator for multiple Virginia Department of Education grants supporting K-12 teacher development

Professional Service: Associate Editor for the Journal of Statistics Education, Councilor for the Mathematics and Computer Science Division of the Council on Undergraduate Research (CUR), and member of the American Statistical Association, Mathematics Association of America, and Virginia Academy of Science.