Summer insights from LAS undergraduate researchers
From tracking superflares to studying NBA activism, LAS Dean’s Undergraduate Research Award recipients share how they spent their summer.
Tag: Mathematics
Multiplying opportunities
Graduating senior Nick Oelschlaeger (’21 mathematics) multiplied his opportunities at Iowa State and ended up finding a future career as a math teacher.
You, too, can love math
A team of Iowa State mathematicians is working to change perceptions by giving people a positive experience with math.
Engaging students in STEM by changing the classroom experience
Elgin Johnston, a professor of mathematics, and Heather Bolles, a senior lecturer of mathematics, are leading a team-based approach to calculus to retain students in STEM.
Math Boot Camp helps military affiliated students jump back in to mathematical studies
The Department of Mathematics teamed up with the Veterans Center to offer a one-day math refresher for military affiliated students.
Seeing the forest for the trees
Misa Hamanaka (‘20 mathematics) pursues research with an educator’s eye.
A tradition of creative problem solving
Elgin Johnston’s problem of the week captures the interest of undergraduate students and hones problem-solving skills.
Leveraging mathematics to become a leader
Alumna Kira Barclay (’03 mathematics, ’05 MS statistics) has made a successful career with the technical and leadership expertise she learned at Iowa State.
LAS hosts OPPTAG students for unique learning experiences
Faculty and graduate students turn their research and interests into unique workshops and courses for students in OPPTAG this summer.