Brendan Kelly is the director of introductory mathematics at Harvard University. In this role, he leads the design and coordination of Harvard’s first-year curriculum, overseeing courses that serve undergraduates across STEM and the social sciences. His work focuses on building coherent course pathways, modernizing calculus and quantitative reasoning offerings, and creating structures that actively support students’ transition into university-level mathematics.

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