4. Read the brief excerpt from "How Not to Be Wrong: The Power of Mathematical Thinking"

by Jordan Ellenberg, the section titled Genius is a Thing that Happens. Write a 1/2-1 page

response to the prompt: What is Ellenberg's main message and how does it apply to you,

your life, and your career?

Notes:

(a) The answer "It doesn't apply. I'm not going to be a mathematician." is unacceptable

because Ellenberg's main message is not just for people planning to become mathemati-

cians.

(b) The answer “It doesn't apply. I'm going to be a mathematician." is unacceptable

because Ellenberg's main message is not just for people who aren't planning to become

mathematicians.

(c) You don't have to write a deeply insightful response or reveal your most personal secrets.

Feel free to share what you wish to share, but you can also reflect on people and the

mathematical community more broadly if you wish to avoid personal topics.