Matthew Wright

Matthew Wright is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mathematics, Statistics, and Computer Science at St. Olaf College, where he contributes to both teaching and research in mathematics and computer science. He is based in Regents Hall (Math) 405 and can be reached at wright5@stolaf.edu or by phone at 507-786-2133.

His research lies at the intersection of topology and data analysis, with a focus on developing topological methods for extracting meaningful structures from complex datasets. This work falls under the broader domains of applied mathematics and computational science, particularly using techniques from algebraic and computational topology.

Matthew earned his Ph.D. in Mathematics from the University of Pennsylvania in 2011, following undergraduate studies in mathematics and computer science at Messiah College. He taught at Huntington University and held a postdoctoral fellowship at the Institute for Mathematics and its Applications at the University of Minnesota before joining St. Olaf College in 2015.

While no specific publications or advising activities are listed, his research trajectory indicates a strong engagement with modern mathematical tools for data science. His academic service and scholarly efforts contribute to the advancement of topological data analysis within undergraduate-focused liberal arts education.

Outside of academia, Matthew enjoys juggling, reading, and strategy games.