Lara K. Pudwell

Lara K. Pudwell is a Professor of Mathematics at Valparaiso University (VU), where she has taught since at least 2008. Her roles include instructor for courses ranging from introductory calculus to advanced topics like Combinatorics I/II (Math 421/422) and Experimental Mathematics (Math 371). She has held sabbaticals in Fall 2021, Fall 2019, and Fall 2014, and served as Course Coordinator for graduate teaching courses at Rutgers University. Her teaching spans undergraduate and graduate levels, emphasizing foundational and advanced mathematical concepts.

Research interests include combinatorics and mathematics education, reflected in her course development and publications linked via her academic portfolio. Professional memberships and collaborations are noted, though specific awards or grants are unlisted here. She has advised undergraduate research projects, as seen in her REU (Research Experience for Undergrads) involvement at Trinity University (2001).

Education details and full publication list are accessible via her Valpo profile, though not fully detailed in the provided texts. Her academic journey includes a PhD (implied via Rutgers teaching roles) and a focus on integrating technology in teaching (e.g., Maple packages).