Undergraduate Mathematics Students

Math Jobs Report

Math Jobs Report from Career Builder (link)

Posted at 01:09PM Sep 11, 2009 by scroggs in Courses and Advising  |  Comments[0]

Bank of America, Sept 22

Bank of America will be holding a recruitment presentation for the GRMAP full-time program at NCSU on September 22th in Nelson Hall room 2403 from 4pm  - 6pm.

This presentation is to inform students about the program and the deadlines associated with recruitment; students will need apply through NCSU career services (ePack) and through Bank of America’s website online (see the enclosed program description for details).

Typically, the GRMAP program targets undergraduates who will be ready to begin working by the end of next June (i.e. graduated in December or May). 

Director's Note: Business-casual attire suggested.

Announcement

Program description

Posted at 08:17PM Sep 09, 2009 by scroggs in Courses and Advising  |  Comments[0]

Pythagoras Disproved!

Something we have long suspected -- the Pythagorean Theorem is really not true, at least if you believe this proof!

 Link http://www.futilitycloset.com/2009/07/21/pythagoras-disproved/ 

Posted at 02:22PM Aug 22, 2009 by scroggs in Courses and Advising  |  Comments[0]

Undergraduate Lounge

Undergraduate Math Majors--how would you like to utilize your new lounge, 2202 SAS Hall.  Post your suggestions here

Posted at 01:47PM Aug 21, 2009 by scroggs in Courses and Advising  |  Comments[0]

Job for a private tutorial service

This is Leigh Ann Jennings.  I am working for a math tutoring place called
mathnasium.  At this time we are looking for math majors that would be
interested in tutoring.  I was wondering if you could send out an e-mail
to all the mathematics majors at NC state.  I have the criteria below and
more information about the position.  Please let me know if this would be
possible.

Job Available:

Must have Passion with working with Children.
Need to be fluent in math courses through pre-calculus.
Have clear on concise communication skills.
Have the ability to work with multiple kids and speak with their parents.
Would also like to make more than 1 year commitment.

please e-mail resumes to briercreek@mathnasium.com.

Thank you,
Leigh Ann Jennings

Posted at 11:51PM Aug 05, 2009 by scroggs in Courses and Advising  |  Comments[0]

Health care career course

New for Fall 2009

BIO 295 – Special Topics in Biology

(Non-Credit Seminar Course to Jump Start MCAT, DAT, PCAT, & OAT Preparation)

Tuesdays 5:00 – 6:15

Open to ALL NCSU Students – Incoming Freshmen through Graduates
 

Posted at 10:54AM Jul 14, 2009 by scroggs in Courses and Advising  |  Comments[0]

New General Education Requirements

You have a choice -- you can switch to the new degree requirements that implement the new General Education Program, or you can remain in your current degree.  If you do nothing, you will continue in your current degree requirements.  The new requirements are available online at http://www.ncsu.edu/registrar/curricula/pams.

Details -->

 CURRENT STUDENTS, INTRACAMPUS and INTERNAL TRANSFERS: Current students: Current students under the existing General Education Requirements (GER) have the option, with approval by the College, to move into the new GEP degree key for their major after consultation with their adviser to determine if the move would benefit the student in their course of study and length to graduation. Once a student moves into the GEP degree key, the student shall remain under the GEP requirements until completion of their degree.

Intracollege and Intercollege Transfers: Students changing their major have the option of being placed into the new GEP degree key (effective July 2009) or into the most recent GER degree key (prior to July 2009) for their intended major. The student should consult with their intended major adviser to determine which degree key would be the most appropriate based on their completed coursework and length to graduation. If the student transfers into a GEP degree key, the student shall remain under the GEP requirements in completing their degree.

Posted at 09:48AM Jul 14, 2009 by scroggs in Courses and Advising  |  Comments[0]

Job at Epic Systems

Posted at 01:00PM May 07, 2009 by scroggs in Courses and Advising  |  Comments[0]

Jobs at Hawkes Learning Systems, Charleston, SC

    Job titles include

Marketing Paid Internship

Customer Support

Technical Sales Consultant

Product Developer   

Posted at 02:25PM May 01, 2009 by scroggs in Courses and Advising  |  Comments[0]

Jobs posted at the career center

Mathematics Seniors:

Below are a few (not all) of the most recent job postings for math majors in ePack.    Check postings in ePACK periodically.
http://www.ncsu.edu/career/students/jobsinternships/epack.php 

JOB POSTINGS:

ASG, Inc
Title:  Clinical Applications Specialist (job #5605)  3.0 gpa  also student visa accepted
Deadline to apply:  12/31/09 application instructions in ePACK

US EPA
Title:  Student Services Contract (Job #11392)  One year contract
Deadline to apply:  5/15/09 application instructions via ePACK

White Oak Technologies, Inc.
Title:  Entry Level Developer (job #11382)
Deadline to apply:  10/28/09  application instructions via ePACK

Stat-Tech Services, LLC
Title:  Statistical Programmer I (job #11389)
Deadline to apply:  6/28/09  application instructions via ePACK

Extreme Networks
Title:  Initial Response Tech. Support Engineer (job # 2691)  also student visa accepted
Deadline to apply:  5/15/09  application instructions via ePACK

Posted at 11:29AM May 01, 2009 by scroggs in Courses and Advising  |  Comments[0]

SUM Series, Thursday, March 26: The shape of space, Nathan Reading

The shape of space
Nathan Reading
Thursday, March 26, 2009
3:00--3:50 p.m.
Harrelson 330

To our eyes, space looks flat. But Einstein tells us that space is curved. Well, if space is curved, then what is the overall shape of space? Does it curve back on itself or not? If it curves back on itself, is its overall shape a sphere, or something more exotic? Physicists are doing experiments to try to determine the overall shape of space, by studying patterns in the microwave background radiation. Meanwhile, mathematicians are trying to understand the possible shapes that space could take, to narrow down the possibilities.

This talk won't tackle any physics. Instead, we'll look at a simple mathematical question: what global shape can a two-dimensional "space" have? The talk will be accessible to all undergraduates, and will serve as a gentle introduction to the mathematical field of topology.

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Check out the SUM Series website for more information on the SUM Series.

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Posted at 04:51PM Mar 25, 2009 by nreadin in Courses and Advising  |  Comments[0]

SUM Series, Thursday, March 12: Mechanics with Velocity Constraints, Dmitry Zenkov

Mechanics with Velocity Constraints
Dmitry Zenkov
Thursday, March 12, 2009
3:00--3:50 p.m.
Harrelson 330

What do grocery carts, skates, and running roaches have in common? These mechanical systems and critters demonstrate phenomenal stability. This talk will discuss the nature and possible applications of this stability.

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Check out the SUM Series website for more information on the SUM Series.

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Posted at 02:03PM Mar 09, 2009 by nreadin in Courses and Advising  |  Comments[0]

Study Abroad -- there is still time to apply!

Dear Colleagues,

 It's not too late for your students to apply for summer study  abroad!

The Study Abroad Office is still accepting applications until March 13th for summer '09 study abroad programs. Decisions are based on rolling admissions, so students are encouraged to apply
now! 

These programs are led by NCSU faculty and students receive direct NCSU credit for enrolling in the courses offered. Students can apply by visiting our website at: http://studyabroad.ncsu.edu/

Posted at 01:55PM Feb 16, 2009 by scroggs in Courses and Advising  |  Comments[0]

Summer Program in Quantitative Sciences at the Harvard School of Public Health

From: "Catherine Haskell" <CHASKELL@hsph.harvard.edu>

Date: November 24, 2008 3:26:57 PM EST

To: "Catherine Haskell" <CHASKELL@hsph.harvard.edu>

Subject: 2009 Harvard Summer Program announcement

Dear Math and Statistics Department Heads and Administrators:

I would very much appreciate your forwarding the below information about the 2009 Summer Program in Quantitative Sciences at the Harvard School of Public Health to your undergraduates. 

This is a wonderful opportunity for mathematically inclined under-represented minorities, including low income and first generation college students and recent BA graduates.

 Many thanks,

Catherine Haskell

------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Summer Program in Quantitative Sciences at the Harvard School of Public Health

May 30, 2009 - June 28, 2009

Website for Eligibility & Requirements:

http://www.hsph.harvard.edu/biostats/diversity/summer/

 

Deadline for Application: February 15, 2009

 

If you like mathematics and would like to learn how quantitative methods can be applied in the study of human health, then the Summer Program in Quantitative Sciences is for you.  This includes those of you who may have been thinking about Wall Street just a few months ago!  The Summer Program will introduce you to power and excitement of math applications to public health, medicine, and biology, and possibly convince you that this is the career direction you've been looking for!

 

The Summer Program is an intensive 4-week program, during which highly qualified undergraduates receive a whirlwind introduction to the fields of biostatistics and epidemiology and to the use of quantitative methods for biological, environmental, public health, and medical research. The program also provides advice about graduate school and the application process through GRE preparation, meetings with different departments of the Harvard School of Public Health, and individualized mentoring by Harvard faculty.

 

Participants take non-credit introductory courses in biostatistics and Stata (a statistical program), and attend a series of afternoon topical seminars. The seminars, led by faculty members from various departments at the Harvard School of Public Health, are designed to broaden participant's understanding of the relationship of biostatistics to human health by providing a snapshot of methods developed and applied to real research projects in different fields.

 

Participants also gain research experience through small-group research projects directed by faculty and graduate student mentors.  Students apply statistical methods to real data to address important and timely questions.  For example, one group of students recently studied whether there was a relationship between body mass index and postpartum depression. Another group analyzed data from a clinical trial to treat head and neck squamous cell carcinomas. And another research project examined the effects of arsenic exposure on proteomic profiles in Bangladesh.  At the end of the program, students present their research to the group and to affiliated faculty.

 

Alumni of the Summer Program have earned or are enrolled in graduate degrees in many campuses over the country, including Masters or PhDs in Biostatistics and Epidemiology.

 

Quantitative skills are required, including course work in calculus.   Room and board, travel, and a living stipend of approximately $1700/month is provided.  Please email any questions to:  biostat_diversity@hsph.harvard.edu.

 

Catherine Haskell, Diversity Program Coordinator
Dept. of Biostatistics, Harvard School of Public Health
655 Huntington Avenue, Bldg. 2 - 4th floor Boston, MA  02115-6017
Tel: (617) 432-3175     Fax: (617) 432-5619
chaskell@hsph.harvard.edu

http://www.hsph.harvard.edu/biostats/diversity/summer/spb-intro.html

Posted at 03:40PM Dec 23, 2008 by scroggs in Courses and Advising  |  Comments[0]

EAC 301, Leadership Fundamentals

Interested in being a better leader?  Consider taking this 3 credit hour class, which will compliment your academic program - no matter what your major.

• Introduction to Leadership Fundamentals
• EAC 301 Section 001
• SPRING 2009 - Tuesday / Thursday 3 - 4:15 pm

(Pre-requisite: Soph, Junior or Senior standing)

Tierza R. Watts, Associate Director
Center for Student Leadership, Ethics & Public Service
3115 Talley Student Center
tierza_watts@ncsu.edu
www.ncsu.edu/csleps/

Posted at 07:16AM Oct 28, 2008 by scroggs in Courses and Advising  |  Comments[0]

The mathematics of voting (and pizza!)

Thursday, October 30, 2008

Just in time for the election:

The mathematics of voting
Molly Fenn
Thursday, October 30, 2008
3:00--3:50 p.m.
Harrelson 330

We've all seen how complicated elections can be. Changing our rules for counting votes and determining a winner can change the outcome of an election. In this talk, we will look at several different methods for voting, all of which seem completely reasonable, and we will demonstrate the completely unreasonable outcomes these methods lead to. We will look at some desirable properties any voting system should have, and then prove a simplified version of Arrow?s Impossibility Theorem which states that no voting system can satisfy all of these properties. (Uh oh.)

Pizza provided as always!

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Check out the SUM Series website for more information on the SUM Series.

Upcoming topics include:

Buffon's noodle and the Monte Carlo method.
Ranking sports teams with Google's PageRank.
Math movie nite (afternoon)

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TELL YOUR FRIENDS!

Posted at 02:34PM Oct 24, 2008 by nreadin in Courses and Advising  |  Comments[0]

LOG 433/537 -- NEW COURSE SPRING 2009

NEW COURSE SPRING 2009
LOG 437/537: MODEL-THEORETIC SEMANTICS
Johannes Hafner, PhD (Berkeley)
WI 446, Email: jhafner@unity.ncsu.edu, Tel: 515 0306

This course is an introduction to the fundamental concepts and methods of model-theoretic
semantics and their applications in logic, foundations of mathematics, philosophy, and computer
science. We will prove the classical theorems of completeness and compactness of first-order logic
and introduce along the way the basic notions of structure, truth in a structure, substructure, isoand
homomorphism, elementary equivalence etc. The techniques of model construction used in
these proofs are then further refined and applied in a variety of mathematical problems. The
Löwenheim-Skolem Theorems are derived and we will examine their bearing on ontological
questions in philosophy. Further topics include the interpolation theorem; implicit definability
and its connection with circumscription in artificial intelligence; the method of elimination of
quantifiers applied, among others, to the theory of real closed fields. Finally we will complement
our treatment of model theory for first-order logic by a study of the semantics of second-order
logic and of propositional as well as quantified modal logic.

Posted at 04:15PM Oct 10, 2008 by scroggs in Courses and Advising  |  Comments[0]