Mathematical Sciences at McNeese State University

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MATHEMATICAL ORGANIZATIONS The department of Mathematical Sciences sponsors student chapters of the following organizations: -

The Mathematical Association of America (MAA) Pi Mu Epsilon (a mathematics honor society)

Students who are members of these organizations have the opportunity to participate in mathematics competitions and attend mathematics conference locally, regionally, and nationally. The following meetings are held annually: -

Mat hFest - the largest annual summertime gathering of mathematicians.

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MAA Louisiana/ Mississippi Sect ional Meet ing - held annually in the spring and provides a variety of opportunities for student participation: -

Int egr at ion Bee - Students compete for cash prizes by evaluating integrals.

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Team compet it ion - teams of four students solve math problems in various areas of math.

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St udent Paper Compet it ion an opportunity to present research to conference participants.

CONTACT INFORMATION Mailing Address:

McNeese State University Box 92340 Lake Charles, LA 70609 Deptartment Head:

Kar en Aucoin Phone: 337-475-5788 aucoin@mcneese.edu

4205 Ryan St., Lake Charles, LA 70605 www.McNeese.edu | 337-475-5000 800-622-3352 EOE/ AA/ ADA McNeese is a member of the University of Louisiana System. Persons needing accommodations as provided by the Americans with Disabilities Act should contact the ADA Coordinator at 337-475-5428, voice: 337-475-5960, fax; 337-562-4227, TDD/ TTY, hearing impaired; or by email at cdo@mcneese.edu. Consumer information disclosures can be found at mcneese.edu/ consumer_disclosures.

Department of

Mathematical Sciences


WHY MATH? Mathematical thinking applies to many different real-world situations. Studying mathematics develops analytical skills and problem-solving ability, two traits highly sought in almost any profession. No matter what career path you ultimately choose, studying mathematics provides a strong foundation. Below are some examples of careers that are possible with a Mathematical Sciences degree.

B.S. Concent r at ions:

Coursework

Mathematics

Some examples of classes you might take are:

Mathematics Education Statistics Mathematical Physics Physics Education Computational Science

- Calculus - Multivariable Calculus - Differential Equations - Linear Algebra

Mathematics

- Foundations of Mathematics

Statistics

- Modern Algebra

Minor s:

Applied Statistics

- Advanced Calculus - Numerical Methods

Gr aduat e St udies:

Careers in Mathematics

Mathematics Statistics

- Mathematical Statistics - Probability

Computer Science - Geometry

Mathematician Actuary Teacher Professor Statistician Computer Programmer Cryptoanalyst Banker Animator


MATHEMATICAL ORGANIZATIONS The department of Mathematical Sciences sponsors student chapters of the following organizations: -

The Mathematical Association of America (MAA) Pi Mu Epsilon (a mathematics honor society)

Students who are members of these organizations have the opportunity to participate in mathematics competitions and attend mathematics conference locally, regionally, and nationally. The following meetings are held annually: -

Mat hFest - the largest annual summertime gathering of mathematicians.

-

MAA Louisiana/ Mississippi Sect ional Meet ing - held annually in the spring and provides a variety of opportunities for student participation: -

Int egr at ion Bee - Students compete for cash prizes by evaluating integrals.

-

Team compet it ion - teams of four students solve math problems in various areas of math.

-

St udent Paper Compet it ion an opportunity to present research to conference participants.

CONTACT INFORMATION Mailing Address:

McNeese State University Box 92340 Lake Charles, LA 70609 Deptartment Head:

Kar en Aucoin Phone: 337-475-5788 aucoin@mcneese.edu

4205 Ryan St., Lake Charles, LA 70605 www.McNeese.edu | 337-475-5000 800-622-3352 EOE/ AA/ ADA McNeese is a member of the University of Louisiana System. Persons needing accommodations as provided by the Americans with Disabilities Act should contact the ADA Coordinator at 337-475-5428, voice: 337-475-5960, fax; 337-562-4227, TDD/ TTY, hearing impaired; or by email at cdo@mcneese.edu. Consumer information disclosures can be found at mcneese.edu/ consumer_disclosures.

Department of

Mathematical Sciences


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