Tracey Howell

Dr. Tracey Howell is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mathematical Sciences at Appalachian State University. She joined the university in 2021 after 22 years at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro (UNCG), where she taught undergraduate mathematics courses for STEM majors, future teachers, and general education. She currently serves as a state co-chair for the UNC System Math Pathways Initiative and the North Carolina Launch Years Initiative, focusing on enhancing student success in mathematics. Dr. Howell holds a B.A., M.A., and Ph.D. from the University of North Carolina - Greensboro. Outside academia, she resides in Boone with two dogs and enjoys the mountain environment.

Education:

• B.A., University of North Carolina - Greensboro
• M.A., University of North Carolina - Greensboro
• Ph.D., University of North Carolina - Greensboro

Research Interests:

Dr. Howell's work centers on improving undergraduate mathematics education, particularly for future teachers and STEM students. She leads initiatives to align math pathways with student career goals and supports the Launch Years Initiative to bridge high school and college math experiences. Her efforts emphasize equitable access and success in quantitative disciplines.

Service & Leadership:

• State Co-Chair, UNC System Math Pathways Initiative
• State Co-Chair, North Carolina Launch Years Initiative

Advising & Grants: No specific grants or advising details are provided in the text.

Labs/Teams: Not explicitly mentioned, though her initiatives suggest collaborative work with statewide educational networks.