What follows is a monthly informational newsletter related to the
department of Mathematics and Computer Science.
It contains a student profile plus highlights of some of recent news and upcoming
events.
I hope this information helps you support our departmental mission.
Table of Contents
Recent News and Upcoming Events:
Mark Bollman Elected Secretary/Treasurer of MAA's Michigan Section
Robert Messer Receives Michigan MAA Distinguished Service Award
Klein Kup Presented To Lower Michigan Mathematics Competition Champions
Congratulations to the Class of 2007
Admissions Visit Day
Recent News and Upcoming Events
At the annual meeting of the Michigan Section of the Mathematical Association of America, held at the University of Michigan-Dearborn, Mark Bollman was elected to a three-year term as secretary/treasurer. The MAA is the largest professional organization focused on mathematics accessible to undergraduate students. Mark has been a member of the MAA and the Michigan Section since 1989.
Robert Messer received the 2007 Distinguished Service Award from the Michigan Section of the Mathematical Association of America (MAA). In their citation, they gratefully acknowledged Bob's long history of service and leadership to the Michigan Section and the larger mathematical community as an author and reviewer. They recognized Bob's service as director of the Michigan Mathematics Prize Competition (MMPC), Head Coach and co-founder of the Michigan All Star Mathematics Team, author of two textbooks (Linear Algebra: Gateway to Mathematics and Topology Now!), active participant in the national calculus reform project and Advanced Placement program, and consultant for the National Science Foundation. In addition to these activities, Bob served as department chair for many years and oversaw the establishment of our Quantitative Skills Center. Bob has been an active member of the MAA for 25 years.
The Klein Kup, emblematic of success in the Lower Michigan Mathematics Competition, was presented to Albion's top-ranked team of (left to right) Carmen Weddell, Whitney Patton, and Jeremy Troisi.
They took first place in the 31st annual LMMC by besting 34 student teams representing 11 other Michigan colleges in a 3-hour math competition held at Calvin College on March 31. The Klein Kup travels to the winning team's campus each year and bears a 3-dimensional representation of a Klein bottle in glass at its top. Albion's team will return intact to defend its title at the 2008 LMMC, to be held next spring at Lawrence Technological University. Click here to read the full story from the College communications office.
Albion College commencement was held to celebrate the graduation of the class of 2007. The following is a list of the Mathematics and Computer Science majors and minors from the class of 2007.
Jenna E. Caponey, a Mathematics and Applied Music minor with a major in Music
Crystal D. DeGroot, a Mathematics major
Brian B. Dick, an Applied Mathematics minor with a Physics major
Rachel F. Doherty, a Mathematics minor with a major in Psychology and Secondary Education certification
Jessica L. Garrison, a Mathematics major with a Speech minor and Secondary Education certification
Robert J. Hermanson, a dual Mathematics and Chemistry major
Gabriel Ilko, a dual Computer Science and Economics & Management major
AnnMarie K. Jasieniecki, a Mathematics minor with a major in Psychology and Secondary Education certification
Andrew Lake, a dual Computer Science and Economics & Management major (December 2006)
Sean P. Maloney, a dual Mathematics and Economics & Management major
Lauren Paul, a daul Mathematics and Psychology major
Daniel G. Putman, a dual Mathematics and Computer Science major
Peter M. Shaw, a Mathematics major with Elementary Education certification
Erica H. Stoney, a Mathematics major with Elementary Education certification
Katherine Thomas, a Mathematics major with a Physical Education minor and Secondary Education certification
Dustin J. Turner, a dual Mathematics and History major (December 2006)
Shane D. Walton, an Applied Mathematics minor with a Physics major
Mark A. Weismiller, a Mathematics minor with a dual major in Biology and Chemistry
Congratulations to each of them on their accomplishments and best wishes as they begin a new phase in their lives.
July 9:
Prospective students are invited to discover the distinctive features that make Albion College a truly special and exciting place. Professors will be available at the departmental table to talk about courses, majors, undergraduate research, special opportunities, alumni success stories, and career options. Prospective students are encouraged to learn about how mathematics and computer science, in collaboration with other disciplines, will lead many of the technical advances during the 21st century. See the admissions Visitation Day page if you are interested.
Our Mission
Through excellence in teaching and advising, our dedicated
faculty prepare students in mathematics and computer science for meaningful
careers, advanced study, and a passion for learning. Individual attention,
small classes, departmental activities, and a
state-of-the-art facility foster a vibrant scholarly community.
Distinguished faculty, active as peer-reviewed scholars, provide students with
innovative teaching
and quality research opportunities.
Our modern curriculum emphasizes modeling, problem
solving, logic, quantitative skills, critical thinking, abstraction, and
rigor. Regular dialog with other disciplines
shapes relevant courses for all students, regardless of major.
Interdisciplinary connections and applications are emphasized in our
courses and in the rich liberal arts tradition of Albion College.
Please feel free to contact me or visit our website
(http://www.albion.edu/mathcs/)
for further details on any of these items.
Sincerely,
David A. Reimann
Associate Professor and Chair
Department of Mathematics and Computer Science
517-629-0426
