Our Mission
The Math Invitational for Girls (MIG) started out as nothing more than an idea in an ice-cream parlor, to solve a problem we were passionate about: how to combat the underrepresentation of women in STEM. As we realized that we have the ability to drive this change, MIG was founded as a step towards breaking down the social barriers surrounding gender bias in the fields of math and science. Our mission is to inspire young women in STEM education, most known with our annual main event based in Memphis, TN. Last April, the Math Invitational reached over 200 participants in the tri-state area, and we are constantly expanding.
Meet the Team
Jerry Xiao
President
As a math enthusiast, Jerry seeks to promote mathematics and STEM to others. Jerry hopes to contribute fun and brain-inducing problems for MIG. He anticipates in others realizing their potentials in the STEM field.
Annie Wu
Director
As a Mathcounts Alumni and previous MIG participant, Annie is very passionate about learning and teaching math. Through MIG, she hopes to inspire others to take more active roles in the STEM field.
Ella Liu
Director of Public Coordination
Ella, a former MathCounts, AMC, and MIG participant, strives to inspire young girls in STEM and bridge the gender gap. Through her middle school years, she excelled in math competitions, fueling her passion to empower others. Committed to inclusivity, Ella actively promotes STEM to girls, ensuring gender doesn’t hinder their potential. By engaging with initiatives like MIG, she advocates for diversity in STEM fields.
Ira Sharma
Vice President
Ira is a member of her school’s math club, and enjoys learning about and working through advanced problems. She believes that advanced mathematics is a powerful tool for young women, allowing them a path forward in STEM careers, as well as fueling self confidence in male-dominated fields. She hopes MIG inspires girls to learn the parts of mathematics that may seem intimidating at first.
Emily Zhang
Director
In addition to being a previous MIG participant, Emily has also taken MathCounts and AMC throughout her middle school years. By serving as a coach of a middle school’s math team and joining MIG, she hopes to inspire young girls to pursue their interests in STEM.
Ryka Chopra
Director
As a previous MIG participant, MathCounts Alumni, and JMO participant, Ryka is passionate about fostering interest in math competitions. Through MIG, she hopes to help bridge the gender gap in the math field and encourage young girls to step into the world of competitive math and pursue their interests in STEM.
Special Thanks
Jennifer Xiao
Co-Founder
Harvard 2021
Elaine Fu
Co-Founder
Stanford 2023
Xintong Wang
Former Co-President
Xintong Wang has worked in MIG in the Board of Directors for four years, motivating youths to pursue greater heights.
Lilac Ding
Former Co-President
Lilac Ding has worked in MIG in the Board of Directors for four years, aiming to help bridge the gap for young women.
Kevin Luo
Former Co-President
Harvard 2024
Vilanna Wang
Former Co-President
Columbia 2024
Noor Amin
Digital Artist
Noor is the main digital artist on our team. Alongside the founders, she created our iconic logo, working with MIG from afar in Washington D.C. Noor also runs a partner organization where proceeds for original art go to help Syrian refugees (www.acrylicdreams.org).
Angus McKee
Former Problem Committee Member
Amanda Zhou
Former President
Marissa Liu
Former President
Stanford 2027
Sydney Kong
Former Director