Joshua Bourne-Inniss: from community college to CCNY mathematics graduate degree
June 23, 2025
Congratulations to Joshua Bourne-Inniss for completing his MS in Mathematics Degree at CCNY!
In his words:
When I first started college nine years ago, I never imagined I’d be pursuing an advanced degree in mathematics. My original plan was to earn an associate degree and find a job in tech. That changed when I met a math professor at BMCC who became a mentor and completely reshaped my path. I was so captivated by how he taught that I sat in every single one of his classes, literally all of them, whether they were part of my CS degree or not. At some point later, I realized I was no longer doing any of this for the hope of getting some impressive job in the future, but I was in it all the way because it was extremely fun to do. Everything else kinda worked itself out along the way.
After graduating from BMCC, I switched my major and transferred to CCNY, where I found a vibrant academic community filled with supportive professors, advisors, and close friends. Thanks to my mentor's preparation, I was able to thrive academically and personally, earning both my bachelor’s degree in applied mathematics and later a master’s degree in pure mathematics, both from CCNY. During my time, I also gained valuable teaching experience as an adjunct, which became one of the most meaningful parts of my journey. I owe special thanks to Eli Amzallag, Gennady Yassiyevich, Patrick Hooper, and Gautam Chinta for their invaluable support. Looking ahead, I plan to continue my journey in the enjoyment of mathematics by pursuing a Ph.D. and exploring potential research directions.
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