Many amazing MarooNation members were recognized at the 2018 Bears of Distinction awards. The alumni exemplify hard work and dedication to their craft. CNAS recognized two of the nine faces. Keith Rapp Keith Rapp was awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award. Rapp graduated from Missouri State in 1958 with a bachelor's degree in mathematics. He is the longest … [Read more...] about CNAS alumni recognized at Bears of Distinction
This was originally posted on the public affairs blog. Lead by instructor Patti Ann Blanton, the students of MTH 121 have been raising awareness and funding for K9s for Camo, a local non-profit that trains and places service dogs with veterans. Students have been promoting this service to veteran organizations, raising funds through GoFundMe and organizing a 3-on-3 … [Read more...] about Using math in the real world
Something seemingly random could turn into something meaningful with the help of Dr. Xingping Sun. With his research in mathematics and artificial intelligence, he's looking for ways to combine his two loves. Sun, professor of mathematics, was recently featured in Mind's Eye. His research focuses on creating something with a lasting impact: Curing diseases, discovering … [Read more...] about Keeping up with machines: Artificial intelligence in math
Even in 2018, there is a disproportionately small number of women in STEM fields. Luckily, at Missouri State University, we have women willing to fight the stigmas and stereotypes to pursue a degree they love. Aubrey Hormel and Emily Justus, both undergraduate mathematics majors, went to the Nebraska Conference for Undergraduate Women in Mathematics Jan. 27-28. They were … [Read more...] about Women inspiring women at mathematics conference
On July 9, we will see a new face on campus: Dr. Thais Jordao. She is a professor of mathematics at the University of Sao Paulo, Sao Carlos, Brazil and will be visiting until July 28 to collaborate with Drs. Xingping Sun and William Bray. Typically, Jordao researches analysis in general and approximation theory. She is joining us at Missouri State to work on their joint … [Read more...] about Teaming up for mathematical gain