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School of Natural Sciences and Mathematics
Mathematics
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Mission |
Outcomes |
Assessment |
Faculty |
Student Work |
Mission Statement: The Department of Mathematics offers
the Bachelor of Science (BS) in mathematics, the Master of Arts
(MA) in Teaching Mathematics, and provides a collection of
mathematics courses designed to challenge and stimulate students
regardless of individual backgrounds or major interest areas.
Graduates of the Department's programs will solve problems,
reason logically, communicate effectively, and apply
mathematical skills and modern technology in positions in
industry or the professions. Baccalaureate graduates will also
be in position to continue their studies at the graduate level.
The classroom goal is to discover both the importance and beauty
of mathematics by combining lectures with discussions, problem
solving laboratories, student presentations, writing
assignments, and any other workable approaches to learning. A
student is encouraged to interpret and communicate
mathematically with others, to follow self‑direction and
in‑depth study, and to investigate interrelatedness of
mathematical concepts. A teacher acts as a resource person,
stresses the spirit and point of view of mathematics, and
provides for feedback of the relative value of classroom
activities.
Upon completion of any mathematics course, students are better
equipped to be participants in a highly technological,
scientifically complex environment. From a subjective point of
view, they should have an improved grasp of the art and beauty
of rational reasoning and discourse both as an observer and a
participant. From an objective point of view, they should have
acquired new skills which, alone or in combination with others,
will enhance both an understanding of and performance in the
scientific world.
The Department is committed to supporting the local Mathematics
community, especially the public and private school K-12
teachers and students of mathematics.
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