Alan Levine

Prepared Talks:

• History of π
• It has been known for 4000 years that the ratio of the circumference to the diameter of a circle is constant.  Many attempts have been made to determine the "value" of that constant.  We will look at a variety of those attempts, ranging from ancient Egypt to modern times.  Along the way, we'll see many places in which pi makes and unexpected and fascinating appearance.

Contact Information:

• Institution: Franklin and Marshall College
• Phone Number: (717) 291-4040
• e-Mail Address: alan.levine@FANDM.EDU

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