Program Description

The Mathematics Department currently offers several programs of study: 

• The Bachelor of Science in Mathematics
• The Minor in Mathematics 
• Introductory Mathematics Subject Matter Authorization
• Master of Arts in Teaching of Mathematics

See the University Catalog for more details on each of these offerings.

Program Assessment

The success of our program is reflected in our graduates' mastery of course material and their ability to pursue careers in graduate study, education, industry, and government. We also consider students' general level of satisfaction with their program.

Mastery of course material is measured by performance on tests, projects, assignments, and/or portfolios.

Students' success after graduation is measured by surveying students who have graduated from our program, their graduate directors and advisors, their administrators and colleagues, and employers.

Students' satisfaction with our program is measured by looking at trends in enrollments and surveying current students and graduates from the program.

Below are our Program Learning Outcomes. You can expect to gain proficiency in each of these outcomes as you move through your courses in the math major.

1. Demonstrate skill in using mathematical symbols, standard procedures and techniques, and definitions.
2. Demonstrate a sense of inquiry and perseverance in mathematics.
3. Demonstrate communication skills in conjunction with mathematical literacy in each major area.
4. Prove or disprove mathematical statements as appropriate.
5. Use technology and programming languages to model and solve mathematical problems.
6. Develop and demonstrate an academic identity as a doer of mathematics.

Undergraduate students wanting to become math teachers