Zachary Treisman

Zachary Treisman is an Assistant Professor of Mathematics at Western Colorado University and serves as the Honors Program Director. He holds a PhD in Mathematics from the University of Washington (2006) and a BA in Mathematics from Reed College (1999). His academic career spans collaborations with mathematical artist Lun-Yi Tsai, work on high-profile legal cases involving statistical analysis, and postdoctoral research at the Tata Institute for Fundamental Research in Mumbai, India.

• PhD, University of Washington (2006)
• BA, Reed College (1999)

His research bridges theoretical mathematics and practical applications, with a focus on:

• Topological and geometric data analysis
• Ecosystem modeling and ecological statistics
• Interdisciplinary art-mathematics projects
• Algebraic geometry fundamentals

Treisman teaches a wide range of mathematics courses from foundational college algebra to advanced algebraic analysis, emphasizing mathematical typesetting and historical perspectives. He contributes to both the Math & Computer Science Department and the university's honors program.