In fall 2014 a new Math Resource Lab (MRL), mainly for math tutoring and student group study, was opened on the first floor the Math & CS building. Several mathematics faculty members and all graduate teaching assistants provide students with tutoring from college algebra to calculus. The lab is usually open from 10 AM to 8 PM on the week days and 10 AM to 4 PM on Saturday and 2PM to 6 PM on Sunday. The MRL, remodeled from two small classrooms, now provides dry erase walls for students to use, 10 desktop computers with the internet connection, and two data projectors. There were a total of 2,359 student visits to the Lab during the 2014-15 academic year. The total included 631 student visits seeking help in calculus.
Here’s what our students have to say about the Math Resource Lab:
“It’s a great place to hang our and discuss homework in a relaxed environment. Plus there’s ample room to write it out on the white boards.” Erika Sparkman, senior, pure math major.
“Prior to the math resource lab, I had a difficult time organizing study time. Now I have a place to go everyday! It has been the greatest resource for me as a math major!” Jamie Mullins, junior, pure math STEM Teach major.
“The new math resource lab has been a fantastic place to meet in groups as well as work individually on homework and projects. The math faculty has utilized the facility very well in providing assistance with homework and projects.” Perry Claunch, senior, applied math major.
“It’s convenient and the white board space is awesome!” Christina Junkans, senior, pure math major.
Students clearly appreciated having a common place to study and where they can get help if needed. The Mathematics Department is very excited to provide such a great resource to it’s students!
