Our Math Instructors

MPS Fall 2025 Faculty

	Name: Doli Bambhania What was your undergraduate major? Mathematics What helped you succeed in college? Studying with like-minded peers: Hours would melt away figuring out problems and understanding concepts. Studying a subject that I enjoyed, even though I struggled a lot with it. Supportive community of family and friends. Financial assistance. Working at a tutor, which helped financially, but also improved my confidence. What advice would you give students? . Maintain a growth mindset: It's completely normal to encounter failures and setbacks along the way. Don't let them deter you. Develop habits that support your goals, and schedule them on your calendar. Build a supportive community of peers, mentors, family and friends around you. Share your goals with them. Seek their help if you feel discouraged. Use help from teachers, tutors, peers and AI it in a way that empowers you and helps your growth.
	Name: Leah Lane What was your undergraduate major? Applied Mathematics What helped you succeed in college? Time management! I used to "reward" myself with the Fun stuff after necessary work and tasks were completed. What advice would you give students: I know its hard, but start the "to do" list early and dont put it off. That way you know what you need help with, and you have time to reach out to your pool of resources.
	Name: Danny Tran What was your undergraduate major? Mathematics, Statistics, & Economics What helped you succeed in college? . Going to class & being engaged were absolutely the top and easiest keys that helped me succeed in college. I loved making friends in class, forming study groups, encouraging each other to do well in class, and having fun with them outside of class. What advice would you give students? Just being present is half the battle. Attend every class, ask questions before, during, and after class, sit near the front of class, and make friends with your classmates. Building a community in class will make it more enjoyable to come to class. In addition, I strongly recommend that you stay organized. Math is not about cramming - it is about steady progress. Keep a clean notebook, write clearly, and label steps. Use a planner or app to track assignments, quizzes, and exams. Break your study into short, daily blocks. 20-30 minutes of focused practice beats hours of cramming.
	Name: John Jimenez What was your undergraduate major? Mathematics What helped you succeed in college? I believe that immersing myself in campus programs such as MESA helped tremendously. These programs provided great resources like book vouchers, counseling, college visits, and study spaces where you can meet other students, staff, and faculty that you will build lifelong relationships with. What advice would you give students? College can be a very challenging endeavor for many but De Anza College offers many resources! Some of these resources include food assistance, housing resources, mental health services, computer and internet access, free in-person tutoring, resources for students who are parents, etc. Please do not hesitate to ask about such resources if you are curious!
	Name: Vinh Kha Nguyen What was your undergraduate major? Mathematics with a minor in Economics What helped you succeed in college? Engaging in club activities helped me to connect with campus life and build a strong network. I firmly believe that education has the power to positively shape your future. What advice would you give students? The more people you connect with, the better. Asking thoughtful questions and treating others with kindness will help you build a strong network that can be incredibly valuable in the future.
	^{Name: Rani Fischer} ^{What was your undergraduate major? Math} ^{What helped you succeed in college? Reaching out for help} ^{^{What advice would you give students? Don't let anyone tell you how to feel.}}
	^{Name: Christopher Bradley} ^{What was your undergraduate major? Pure Mathematics} ^{What helped you succeed in college?} Staying grounded and rolling with the punches. ^{What advice would you give students?} ^{Struggling by and learning go hand in hand. The rough patches only make us better.}