Carolyn Yackel is an American mathematician who has been Professor of Mathematics at Mercer University in Macon, Georgia since 2001. From 1998 to 2001 she was Max Zorn Visiting Assistant Professor of Mathematics at Indiana University.[1]
Yackel's mother, Erna Beth Yackel, was a mathematics educator on the faculty at Purdue University Northwest.[2] Originally trained as a commutative algebraist, her current interests center on mathematics education and mathematics in art, particularly as applied to fiber art.[3] She specializes in the realization of geometric and topological structures through quilting, cross-stitching, crocheting, knitting, and embroidery.
She is on the Board of the Gathering 4 Gardner[4] and also has a long association with The Bridges Conference.[5]