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Spring 2023: Upper level MAT/STS offerings

Undergraduate MAT class descriptions Undergraduate STS class descriptions Graduate MAT/STS class descriptions Majors and minors in math and stats Links below give further information about each class MAT 401 – Capstone Seminar in Mathematics, MWF 11:00 – 11:50 am, Bradley Analysis and applied math: MAT 425 – Introduction to Real Analysis I, MWF 12:00 – […]

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In Memoriam: Jen Tyne, 1970-2022

Jennifer Tyne, Principal Lecturer of Mathematics at the University of Maine, passed away on September 18, 2022 at her home in Orono. Jen was a well-respected educator in the Department of Mathematics & Statistics, pairing an organized approach with great energy to implement numerous innovations in teaching. She was a supportive colleague and mentor to […]

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2021 Maine/Québec Number Theory Conference

The Department of Mathematics & Statistics will host this year’s Maine/Québec Number Theory Conference on the weekend of October 2-3.  Held remotely this year due to the pandemic, the conference will feature 52 speakers from across the globe presenting their latest research in number theory.  For more information, please consult the conference website.

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Math TAs provide teamwork and engagement during pandemic

From the UMaine News Blog: Collaboration fosters learning in mathematics courses at the University of Maine. In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic that brought isolation to many, graduate teaching assistants took measures to enable students to participate in collaborative group work in their classes. Whether remote or in-person, 17 graduate teaching assistants ensured students […]

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Ayesha Maliwal-Bundy named Presidential Fellow

Math lecturer Ayesha Maliwal-Bundy has been named Presidential Fellow for the coming year.  She will help lead an initiative to improve learning success as part of the University’s strategic plan. From the news announcement: “I want to focus on strengthening advising and increasing communication across departments to ensure students are making informed decisions and feel supported,” […]

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Paula Drewniany wins Outstanding Lecturer Award

Mathematics Lecturer Paula Drewniany has received the 2020 Outstanding Lecturer Award in the College of Liberal Arts & Sciences.  The award highlights Paula’s outstanding contributions to foundational courses such as Precalculus, Calculus I and Calculus II. She has also been involved in the design of new courses (most recently Applications of Calculus) and has played a […]

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Math major Abram Karam ’20 named Outstanding Graduating Student

Mathematics major Abram Karam is one of ten undergraduates who have been named 2020 Outstanding Graduating Students at the University of Maine.  Abram works with Professor Peter Stechlinski in applied mathematics research, and he will be joining us in the fall as a Mathematics MA student.  Read the press release here.

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In Memoriam: Caroline Joyce Kennedy (1936-2020)

Caroline Joyce Kennedy, longtime administrative assistant in the UMaine Department of Mathematics & Statistics, passed away on March 23, 2020.  For 28 years until her retirement in 1997, Caroline was the face of the math department. She always had a smile and an open ear for anyone who walked into the office.  Her obituary can […]

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