Kimberly Ayers Jeopardy Profile: Age, Job, Family, Stats
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Kimberly Ayers Jeopardy Contestant Profile
Dr. Kimberly Ayers is an American mathematician and academic based in San Marcos, California, where she serves as an Assistant Professor in the mathematics department at California State University San Marcos. Her work focuses on dynamical systems and ergodic theory, with an added emphasis on social justice in mathematics education. She earned her Ph.D. in Mathematics from Iowa State University in 2015, following a Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics and Music from Bowdoin College, where she graduated with honors. Over the course of her academic career, she has held positions at Pomona College and Carroll College before joining CSUSM in 2021. Her research contributions include multiple published papers in areas such as hybrid systems, discrete dynamical systems, and mathematical biology.
In addition to her academic work, Dr. Ayers is deeply engaged in teaching and mentorship, having led courses ranging from college algebra to advanced analysis, and supported students through recommendation writing and academic guidance. She has also participated in research mentoring programs and international collaborations, including work at the University of Augsburg in Germany. Her professional recognition includes awards such as the Aggie Ho Research Award and a Graduate Research Award from Iowa State University. Beyond academia, she contributes to the Association for Women in Mathematics as a Social Media Coordinator and has appeared in media such as My Favorite Theorem and the LGBT Tech PATHS Program.
Outside of her professional life, she enjoys skiing, cycling, and rock climbing, and is actively involved in animal welfare through fostering dogs with the San Diego Humane Society. She has three dogs named Moose, Pepper, and Daffodil. In 2026, she expands her public profile by appearing as a contestant on the iconic quiz show Jeopardy!, with her episode airing on March 31, marking a notable milestone following a long journey to selection.
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Name | Dr. Kimberly Ayers |
| Location and Residence | San Marcos, California, United States |
| Profession and Jobs | Assistant Professor of Mathematics at California State University San Marcos; Mathematician; Researcher; Former Assistant Professor at Carroll College; Former Visiting Assistant Professor at Pomona College; Former Graduate Teaching Assistant and Research Assistant at Iowa State University |
| Gender and Sex | Female |
| Age and Date of Birth | |
| Nationality and Ethnicity | American |
| Education and School | Ph.D. in Mathematics, Iowa State University (2010–2015); B.A. in Mathematics and Music, Bowdoin College (2006–2010, Honors); Waynflete School (2002–2006) |
| Relationships (Married/Dating/Sexuality) and Family | |
| Biography and More Details | Specializes in dynamical systems and ergodic theory with a focus on social justice in mathematics; adheres to inclusive mathematical principles inspired by Federico Ardila; published multiple research papers in mathematical systems and biomathematics; recipient of Aggie Ho Research Award (2014) and Graduate Research Award (2014); volunteer Social Media Coordinator for the Association for Women in Mathematics; has appeared on My Favorite Theorem and LGBT Tech PATHS Program; hobbies include skiing, cycling, and rock climbing; fosters dogs through San Diego Humane Society; owns three dogs named Moose, Pepper, and Daffodil; Jeopardy! contestant airing March 31, 2026; extensive teaching and mentoring experience across multiple institutions; international research experience in Germany; skills include calculus, linear algebra, mathematical modeling, Python, and higher education teaching |
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Kimberly Ayers Jeopardy Results
| Tuesday, 31 March 2026 | Returning Champion Final Score: $TBC Round 2 Score: $TBC Round 1 Score: $TBC | Seth Politano Los Angeles, California Physician & Medical School Professor Final Score: $TBC Round 2 Score: $TBC Round 1 Score: $TBC | Kimberly Ayers San Marcos, California College Professor Final Score: $TBC Round 2 Score: $TBC Round 1 Score: $TBC |