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Mathematics Students Presented Project at the MAKO Undergraduate Mathematics Research Conference

Two mathematics  majors  Monica Davanzo, Jonathan Zluticky, and a graduate math student Demitrius Moore presented research projects at the 2018 MAKO Undergraduate Mathematics Research Conference in Spring Field, MO on November 10th. MAKO is a regional mathematical conference representing universities from Missouri, Arkansas, Kansas, and Oklahoma. Monica’s presentation was entitled “The Buffered Fourier Spectral Method.” She was mentored by Dr. Yinlin Dong. Jonathan, mentored by Dr. James Fetterly, presented on “Problem Posing Project: A Serious Fibonacci Fiasco.” Demitrius’s presentation was titled “Divergent Thinking or Problem Posing: Creativity at its Best” and he was mentored by Dr. Fetterly. Travel funds for the students were provided by the Mathematics Department.

 

Posted in: Students on December 10, 2018

Cowboy/Western Math Night

On March 8, 2018, Dr. James Fetterly, Assistant Professor of Mathematics, organized a math outreach activity at Carl Stuart Middle School based on a Cowboy and Western theme. Dr. Fetterly’s two spring classes (MATH 4335: Concepts of Advanced Mathematics, and STEM 1301: Knowing and Learning Mathematics and Science) joined forces to involve parents and their children in activities that focused on mathematics and science. Carl Stuart faculty and UCA students dressed up for the Wild West. Hands-on and conceptual activities were presented to the community. Parents and children experienced mathematical activities that emphasized algebraic thinking and proportional reasoning. Science concepts were explored using probes and iPads.

Posted in: Events, Students on March 21, 2018

Student Talks: Undergraduate and Graduate Theses

AndrewOn Friday three of our students gave presentations right here at UCA. Andrew Jensen (pictured with his committee members) and Diana Morales gave talks in the student center to defend their undergraduate honors theses. Graduate student Edward Tawiah gave his talk in the math department to defend his thesis in our M.S. program.

“Comparing Efficiency of Roundabouts to Traffic Lights in Conway, Arkansas – A probabilistic and Simulation Approach”
Andrew Jensen (Under R.B. Lenin and George Bratton)

“Mathematical Modeling of an Epidemic with Exposed Group and Diffusion”
Diana Morales (Under Long Le and Danny Arrigo)

“Factors Contributing to the Success of Small Businesses Using Structural Equation Modeling – A Statistical Framework”
Edward Tawiah (Under R.B. Lenin)

Posted in: Presentations, Students on May 1, 2017