A Journey of Love & Math

We are Laney and Paul, two mathematicians who found more than just equations and theorems when we met in the PhD program at the University of North Carolina. What started as a mutual love for geometry and topology soon grew into a deeper connection—one rooted in a shared passion for discovery, curiosity, and building something meaningful together.

Our relationship blossomed through countless late-night math sessions, collaborative problem-solving, and shared dreams for the future. Math, for us, has always been more than a subject to study. It’s a language of connection—a way to explore the world and even express love. After a memorable trip to Philadelphia in January 2022, we officially became partners in life, and soon after, in business.

In 2024, we decided to take our passion for math and our desire to help others and combine them into something we both care deeply about: teaching. Through Austin Math Tutors, we hope to show students that math isn’t just about numbers and formulas. It's about curiosity, perseverance, and even joy. Our goal is to help others not only learn the fundamentals but to find their own love for math and the ways it supports human flourishing.