In preparation for the completion of this book, we had the pleasure of interviewing the five dynamic “women math warriors” who have served as co-directors of the EDGE Program throughout its 20 years of existence, in an effort to hear firsthand about the vision and impact of the EDGE Program. The account below provides an overview of the history, contributions, and hopes for the future of the EDGE Program as seen through the eyes of its beloved founders and directors.

Authors and Affiliations

1. Elizabeth City State University, Elizabeth City, NC, USA

   Farrah J. Ward

2. University of the District of Columbia, Washington, DC, USA

   Leona Harris

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Correspondence toLeona Harris.

Editors and Affiliations

1. Science Writing Advanced Academic Program, John Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD, USA

   Susan D'Agostino

2. Department of Mathematics and Computer Science, Dickinson College, Carlisle, PA, USA

   Sarah Bryant

3. Department of Mathematics, University of San Diego, San Diego, CA, USA

   Amy Buchmann

4. Department of Mathematics and Computer Science, Belmont University, Nashville, TN, USA

   Michelle Craddock Guinn

5. Division of Sciences and Mathematics, University of the District of Columbia, Washington, DC, USA

   Leona Harris

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