For Students

Looking for Class Information?

To learn more about the classes I teach, look here. You can find descriptions of all of the classes that the math department offers here.

Thinking about becoming a math major or minor?

The math department offers majors in mathematics, mathematics education and several joint majors with other departments, along with a mathematics minor.  Check out degree options here or stop by and talk with me.

If you are wondering what you can do with a degree in mathematics, the answer is that you can do a lot! The Mathematical Association of America has put together a list of some careers for math majors. The American Mathematical Society also has a webpage devoted to career profiles of math majors. Mathematics-related careers have been ranked as some of the most satisfying professions. 

Interested in doing more?

There are many ways for you to do mathematics in addition to regular coursework, including independent study and student research.  (You can read about my own research interests here.) Students in the math department also participate in many out-of-the-classroom activities, including student conferences and outreach to the local community.  If you would like to learn more or get involved, stop by and talk with me. 

There are also many mathematical opportunities outside of Ithaca College.  You can learn more about some of these from me and other faculty in the math department.  A good online resource is the MAA's website for undergraduates.

If you are just looking for some fun mathematics to think about, here are a few good places to look:

• Steven Strogatz, a professor at Cornell, wrote a 15-part series on mathematics for the NY Times. The NY Times describes the series: "Beginning with a column on why numbers are helpful, he goes on to investigate topics including negative numbers, calculus and group theory, finishing with the mysteries of infinity."
• If you (or your parents!) ever listen to National Public Radio, you may have heard math guy Keith Devlin.  You can listen to his recent pieces about the mathematics behind everyday events.
• The Mathematical Association of America publishes fun articles on many different mathematical topics.  You can find the latest here.
• The American Mathematical Society has a website dedicated to students.  You can find articles, mathematical media mentions, and lots of other information.