Screening of Counted Out

Movie poster for 'Counted Out', background of people with an unequal sign in the front

Date: Friday, Mar 21, 2025

Start time: 3:00 PM

End time: 5:00 PM

Location: Harris Hall 4169

“Counted Out” investigates the biggest crises of our time — racism, political polarization, economic inequity, a global pandemic, climate change — through the unexpected lens of math. This striking documentary exposes systemic inequities that weaponize math as a gatekeeper. And shines a light on math as the foundation of democracy and economic opportunity that allows everyone to fully participate in this fast moving society.

The Department of Mathematics & Applied Mathematics will host screening of the film "Counted Out" by Vicki Abeles. There will be an after film discussion with faculty and members of the audience. This is a public event and the film is appropriate for all ages.

Event contact: Ellie Roberts, meyereh@vcu.edu