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90 Seconds with Dr. Otterson
John Woo Associate Editor
December 13, 2023

How long have you been at Deerfield? 

6 years.

What made you choose Deerfield? 

The Math Department.

Why did you become a math teacher? 

I like all the logic of it, and the puzzles.

What is your least favorite humanities subject? 

History.

What is a guilty pleasure you are willing to share? 

I love watching K-drama.

Would you rather grade 200 Calc BC tests or be on duty for the entire week? 

(WIth zero hesitation) Duty. 

Where do you see yourself in 1 day, 2 hours, and 3 minutes? 

Eating a snack.

How many of you would be able to solve the #6 question on the IMO (International Mathematical Olympiad? 

Oh, at least 6, I mean it’s pretty hard. 

Anything else? 

(Nervous laugh) I have four children, and two dogs.