Nicole Fonger

Nicole L. Fonger, Ph.D. is an Associate Professor of Mathematics and Mathematics Education at Syracuse University. Dr. Fonger is a community-engaged scholar, mathematics education researcher, visual artist, mathematics teacher educator, mathematics professor, and mother. Her research agenda is driven by a quest to address an enduring issue in mathematics education: how to support students’ meaningful learning of algebra in K-12 school settings. Dr. Fonger contributes to better understanding and addressing this issue through empirical and theoretical research, design studies, and community-engaged scholarship focused on advancing knowledge in the field of mathematics education. Dr. Fonger is the founder of the Antiracist Algebra Coalition, and the Co-Founder of the Data Warriors, an after-school club focused on math, mapping, and social justice.

Education

•  Ph.D., Mathematics Education, Western Michigan University, 2012 Dissertation: “Characterizing and Supporting Change in Algebra Students’ Representational Fluency in a CAS/Paper-and-Pencil Environment”
• M.A., Mathematics, Western Michigan University, December 2009
• M.A., Mathematics Education, Western Michigan University, April 2008
• B.A., Mathematics, University of Saint Thomas, May 2006