Peter Hardy

Peter Hardy is the Chair of the Division of Mathematics & Computer Science and an Associate Professor of Mathematics at the University of Maine at Farmington. He holds a PhD from North Carolina State University (1998), an MS from Montana State University (1991), and a BS from the University of Maine at Orono (1987). His professional activities blend academia with creative pursuits, including teaching mathematics, Zen philosophy, and integrating poetry into music. He resides on Rainbow Farm in West Farmington, advocating for sustainable living.

Dr. Hardy’s career includes a mix of academic leadership and unconventional experiences, such as climbing Mount Kenya and snorkeling with sharks, though one such exploit is fictional. His research interests are not explicitly detailed but are inferred to align with mathematics education and interdisciplinary applications given his role and creative endeavors.

No scientific awards or grants are documented in the provided text. He currently oversees the Mathematics & Computer Science division and contributes to campus life at UMF.