Mathematics News
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Prestigious fellowship opens doors for new grad
Michael McDonnell, a UW-Eau Claire physics and mathematics major, is among an elite group of students selected to receive a prestigious fellowship from the National Science Foundation.
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Blugold entrepreneur becomes YouTube sensation
Every college student must decide what’s worth losing sleep over, and for UW-Eau Claire sophomore Isaac Carlson, it’s making YouTube videos for his 239,000+ subscribers.
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Students finding opportunities in growing field of data analytics
A team of UW-Eau Claire students recently spent a weekend using their data analytics skills to identify strategies that the Minnesota Wild could use to help meet its goal of retaining more season ticket holders.
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Dr. aBa Mbirika helps students navigate world of theoretical mathematics
In this Blugold Spotlight video, Dr. aBa Mbirika shares his "ANDs" as well as what he finds special about UW-Eau Claire.
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Compete for cash prizes and other perks
Working on a research project that could ultimately benefit society? Have a business idea that could become the next big idea? Compete for cash prizes and the opportunity to increase exposure for your concept at the UWEC Quick Pitch on May 1.
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UW-Eau Claire Team Wins 2018 Travelers Actuarial Case Competition
UW-Eau Claire actuarial science majors Paige Kaiser, David Miller, Jennifer Miller, Caroline Palen, Kevin Scherer, and McKenna Zuleger took first place at the 10th annual Travelers Actuarial Case Competition held on February 23, 2018.
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UW-Eau Claire to offer degree in neuroscience beginning in the fall
Current or future University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire students with an interest in studying the brain and nervous system will have a new academic program available to them beginning in the fall.
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Bringing math concepts to life through quilting
Students in Dr. Simei Tong's math class are learning mathematical concepts by designing and creating colorful fabric quilts. The learning strategy helps students see the beauty of math as well as understand its real-world applications.
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International student completes degree while recovering from stroke
Just 18 months after suffering a life-threatening brain hemorrhage, Kee Shen Yim will walk across the Zorn Arena stage as he graduates with a bachelor’s degree in actuary science from UW-Eau Claire.
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December commencement is a family tradition
Gathering in Zorn Arena is a December tradition for the Kronholm family. When she walks across the stage next month, Kelsey Kronholm will become the fourth member of her family to graduate from UW-Eau Claire — all during winter commencement ceremonies.
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Lau takes top honors at national championship, makes university history
Senior Darin Lau made history twice this weekend when he took top honors during the NCAA Division III cross-country championships.
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Blugolds study the power of music to influence political, social movements
For centuries, artists throughout the world have used their music to entertain but also to make powerful statements about the political and social movements going on around them. While plenty of world-renowned musicians — think U2 or Bob Dylan — are famous for championing their political and social causes, there are countless lesser-known artists also using their music to make their voices heard in countries around the globe. Five UW-Eau Claire student researchers and two faculty members recently spent time with some of those artists in West Africa, interviewing activists who use hip-hop and rap music as a form of non-violent protest in the country of Senegal.
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‘Towers’ of Blugold support: Residence hall renamed for generous alumni couple
Towers Hall, UW-Eau Claire's largest residence hall, became Karlgaard Towers on Sept. 29 in recognition of Marilyn and David Karlgaard, Blugold alumni whose history of giving to the UW-Eau Claire Foundation includes the largest sum in support of student scholarships in university history.
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Actuarial Science student awarded Casualty Actuarial Society scholarship
Lily Cook, Actuarial Science major and Information systems minor, was awarded a 2017 Casualty Actuarial Society (CAS) Trust Scholarship award. This national scholarship is given out annually to three students. Lily was awarded $5,000 and was invited to attend the 2017 CAS Annual Meeting, held in Austin, Texas.
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Enrollments surge in UW-Eau Claire's Master of Science in Data Science Program
Professionals preparing for the fast-growing field of data science are finding their future in big data with UW-Eau Claire’s online Master of Science in Data Science (MSDS) Program. Since the program’s launch two years ago, more than 90 students have started their journey toward a career as a data scientist.
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Mathematics Research Students attend USTARS conference
UW-Eau Claire Mathematics students attended the USTARS (Underrepresented Students in Topology and Algebra Research Symposium) conference in western Massachusetts at Amherst College during April 2017. USTARS is an intimate conference that collects underrepresented groups to gather together and present their mathematics research.
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UW-Eau Claire mathematicians experience 2017 JMM
UW-Eau Claire Mathematics faculty and students traveled to the Joint Mathematics Meeting in Atlanta, Georgia, in early January 2017.
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Immersion fosters Blugold connections with Somali community
Growing up in a Twin Cities suburb, Connor Zielinski was aware that there was a large Somali community in Minneapolis, yet he knew little about the people who live there. As immigration and other issues touching on diverse populations, including his Somali neighbors, became part of the rhetoric in state and national elections last fall, Zielinski — a UW-Eau Claire freshman with an interest in politics — realized he didn’t understand enough about the issues or diverse cultures to join the conversation in a meaningful way. So he decided to do something about it.
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'Hidden Figures' shines light on black women in STEM
As she watched the drama “Hidden Figures,” Dr. Dandrielle Lewis could easily see herself in the black female mathematicians whose stories were finally being shared decades after their behind-the-scenes work helped make America’s celebrated space program a success. After all, the UW-Eau Claire associate professor of mathematics knows all too well what it’s like to be a black woman trying to find her place in the white and male dominated STEM fields. Even more importantly, she says, the movie is shining a light on black females who have a talent for and an interest in the computer, technology, engineering and mathematics fields. “They showed the world we exist,” Lewis says of black women who are contemplating or pursuing STEM careers.
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Couple celebrates wedding surrounded by Blugold family
Heidi Hietpas and Ryan Schaefer’s families gathered with them last summer to celebrate their wedding, adding even more love to an already joyful day. So having 60-plus members of their beloved Blugold family at their August celebration was the icing on the cake for the college sweethearts who now are newlyweds.
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Knot Theory Research video
Dr. Carolyn Otto and students Nellie Brushaber and Molly Petersen discuss Knot Theory Research.
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Math in the Woods
More than 60 people attended the 2016 Math in Woods Fall gathering on Sunday, September 19, 2016. Activities included lawn games, like frisbee and been bag toss, hikes in the woods, student/professor math mingling on research topics, a math-in-nature scavenger hunt, and a grill out.
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Knowledge is power: Xcel Energy gifts create options
Thanks to community partnerships with companies like Xcel Energy, UW-Eau Claire is able to offer programs and high-impact practices for students and community members that wouldn't otherwise be possible.
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Math whiz falls in love with research at UW-Eau Claire
Nellie Brushaber is not only a mathematician, her research into knot theory is being recognized at conferences, in classrooms, and by the likes of Chancellor Schmidt.