SUMMARY
The discussion centers around the quotation attributed to Dean Schlicter: "Go down deep enough into anything and you will find mathematics." Participants express uncertainty about Schlicter's identity, with some suggesting a possible connection to Dean Charles Schlichter, who was associated with the University of Wisconsin in the 1920s. The quotation is cited in the book "Mathematically Speaking - A Dictionary of Quotations" and appeared in "The Mathematics Teacher" in January 1936. Despite these references, the true identity of Dean Schlicter remains unclear, leading to speculation about the authenticity of the quotation.
PREREQUISITES
- Familiarity with historical mathematical quotations
- Understanding of academic citation practices
- Knowledge of the role of deans in academic institutions
- Access to historical educational publications, such as "The Mathematics Teacher"
NEXT STEPS
- Research the life and contributions of Dean Charles Schlichter
- Examine the contents of "The Mathematics Teacher" from January 1936
- Investigate the significance of the quotation in mathematical discourse
- Explore the role of the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics in historical context
USEFUL FOR
Mathematicians, educators, historians of mathematics, and anyone interested in the origins of mathematical quotations and their attributions.
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