John Urschel
Keynote Speaker: Data Scientist, Mathematician, Machine Learning Expert & Author; Assistant Professor at MIT; Former NFL Player
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John Urschel Biography
John Urschel is recognized for his achievements at the intersection of professional football and advanced mathematics. Urschel played college football at Penn State and was drafted by the Baltimore Ravens in the fifth round of the NFL Draft. While at Penn State, he received the Campbell Trophy, known as the Academic Heisman, and the Sullivan Award, presented to the most outstanding amateur athlete in the United States. Urschel earned a 4.0 GPA in both of his degree programs and was honored with several awards for his academic and athletic performance. He also taught two mathematics courses while serving as a starter on the football team.
During his NFL career, Urschel pursued a Ph.D. in mathematics at MIT, focusing on spectral graph theory, numerical linear algebra, and machine learning. MIT requires Ph.D. students to study full-time; Urschel managed his coursework remotely, balancing his academic responsibilities with his professional football schedule. Despite limited in-person attendance, he completed his courses with high marks. Urschel was named to Forbes' "30 Under 30" list of outstanding young scientists, recognized for publishing multiple peer-reviewed mathematics papers and receiving academic awards while playing for the Ravens.
Urschel retired from the NFL after three seasons, with reports indicating that research on chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) in football players influenced his decision. He has discussed his retirement as a commitment to his passion for mathematics. Urschel completed his Ph.D. thesis on "Graphs, Principal Minors, and Eigenvalue Problems" under Michel Goemans at MIT. His work earned him the SIAM DiPrima Prize and the SIAM Early Career Prize in Linear Algebra. Urschel holds the Class of 1956 Career Development Assistant Professorship in the MIT Math department, where his research focuses on matrix analysis, numerical analysis, and theoretical guarantees for practical problems in applied mathematics.
Urschel has worked to make mathematics accessible and engaging to a broader audience. He published the New York Times-bestselling memoir "Mind and Matter: A Life in Math and Football," co-written with journalist and historian Louisa Thomas, which explores his experiences balancing football and mathematics. Urschel serves as the Menezes Challenge Lecturer for MathROOTS, a summer program hosted by MIT Math for high-potential high school students from underserved communities. He chairs the selection committee for the Mathical Book Prize, an annual award for books that inspire children to see math in the world around them. Urschel also serves on the board of trustees at the National Museum of Mathematics and has been a member of the College Football Playoff selection committee. His career highlights the connection between athletics, mathematics, and STEM education.
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John Urschel is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Sports, STEM, STEM Education, Mathematics, Football, Athlete, Sports Motivation, Human Resources, Teamwork & Teambuilding, Diversity & Inclusion, Author, Ethics & Integrity, Artificial Intelligence, Technology, Futurism, Data, Education, Educational Motivational, Black Heritage and Black History Month.
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John Urschel is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Sports, STEM and STEM Education. The estimated speaking fee range to book John Urschel for live events is $10,000 - $20,000, and for virtual events $10,000 - $20,000. John Urschel generally travels from Cambridge, MA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Karen Palmer, Mutale Nkonde and Zack Kass. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling John Urschel for an upcoming event.
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This presentation will explore the ways in which technology has shaped John as a mathematician and continues to impact the way he learns new material, teach concepts to others, and perform research.
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John was a phenomenal presenter and easy to work with: down-to-earth and excited to learn more about the Teaching and Learning with Technology Penn State community.
The Pennsylvania State University on behalf of its Penn State Teaching and Learning with Technology - Mar 26 2024 -
We were extremely grateful for the very fast turn-around times! This was an event that had to be pulled together very quickly, and we never had to wait for responses!
MATHCOUNTS Foundation - May 18 2020
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How do I book John Urschel to speak at my event?
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How much does it cost to book John Urschel for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for John Urschel, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book John Urschel are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and $10,000 - $20,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire John Urschel, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent. -
What topics does John Urschel speak about?
John Urschel is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Sports, STEM, STEM Education, Mathematics, Football, Athlete, Sports Motivation, Human Resources, Teamwork & Teambuilding, Diversity & Inclusion, Author, Ethics & Integrity, Artificial Intelligence, Technology, Futurism, Data, Education, Educational Motivational, Black Heritage and Black History Month. -
Where does John Urschel travel from?
John Urschel generally travels from Cambridge, MA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. -
Who is the agent for John Urschel?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like John Urschel for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805, and one of our agents will assist you to book John Urschel for your next private or corporate function. -
What is a full-service speaker booking agency?
AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host John Urschel or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us. -
Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?
If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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