Arthur Benjamin
Algorithms, Combinatorics, Game Theory, Mathemagician, Mathematics, Operations Research
Arthur Benjamin, PhD, Smallwood Family Professor of Mathematics, is recognized nationally for his ability to perform rapid mental calculations.
He has lectured and performed for audiences around the world and is the only living American with a biography in The Great Mental Calculators, Past and Present. He has published several books on how to make math both fun and easy.
He is also a professional “mathemagician” and frequently performs at the Magic Castle in Hollywood and nationwide.
Media Contact
Judy Augsburger
Media Appearances
- Huffpost Live – ‘Mathemagician’ Breaks Down ‘The Magic of Math’
- Art Benjamin on The Colbert Report
- Art Benjamin’s TED Talk
- NPR – A Unique Expression of Love for Math
- New York Times featured one of his challenging but entertaining math quizzes “Ta Da!”