Address:
Dept of Mathematics
323 South Hall
SUNY Geneseo
1 College Circle
Geneseo, NY 14454
Phone: 585-245-5384
Fax: 585-245-5128
Email:
peckt@geneseo.edu
Combining a strong traditional mathematics major with opportunities for student research, a very successful secondary education program, and preparation in applied mathematics and statistics, the Department of Mathematics is committed to helping each Geneseo student achieve his or her goals, both before and after Geneseo.
Employment Opportunity
The Department of Mathematics at the State University of New York College at Geneseo invites applications for a two-year term (non-tenure track) position as a Visiting Assistant Professor, beginning August 2012. Follow this link for more information.
Special Course Offerings
For Spring 2012 the department is offering a selection of special courses.
First, there is a an alternative 4 credit version of our Abstract Algebra course that will be co-taught by Olympia Nicodemi and Patrick Rault. Go here for more information.
We are also offering two Math 380: Topics in Mathematics courses. One of them is Galois Theory, taught by Jeff Johannes. Follow the link for more details. The other topics course is Introduction to Stochastic Modeling, taught by Lisa Smith. For more information, please talk with her.
Study abroad in mathematics!
In the Fall of 2010, juniors Jeff Singer and Michael Cerchia, attended the Budapest Semesters in Mathematics program. In the Fall of 2011, senior Kirill Lazebnik is attending the Math in Moscow program. During the entire 2011-2012 academic year, senior Samuel Cohn will be attending the Budapest Semesters in Mathematics program. For more information on these programs, see Dr. Patrick Rault.
Students attend Mathfest 2011
Two rising seniors, Jeff Singer and Kirill Lazebnik, attended the 2011 annual summer meeting of the Mathematical Association of America, Mathfest. At this meeting of 1,400 mathematicians in Lexington, Kentucky, Kirill presented their research on "Intersecting Hyperbolas and Ellipses."
Congratulations to the Class of 2011!
We have updated the Photo Gallery to include a few photos from the Math Department's Senior Dinner.
Congratulations to our Scholarship Winners!
Congratulations to each of the following students for being awarded Math Scholarships:
Kaitlyn Gayvert, Kaitlin Keller, Kirill Lazebnik,
Sarah Schaefer, Wanting Shao, and Jeff Singer
(More photos in the Photo Gallery.)
Pi in the Face for Autism
In the past two years, we were able to raise over $800 for Autism Speaks by giving students the opportunity to throw a pie in the face of their professors, coaches, and administrators. There are some pictures from the events in the Photo Gallery. Thanks to everyone who has helped with this wonderful event!
The Calculus Around You
Here is an interesting story on NPR: "In her new book, The Calculus Diaries, writer Jennifer Ouellette describes the development of calculus, from Archimedes to Newton, and shows how calculus is a part of everyday life -- from amusement park rides and Vegas craps tables, to dieting and figuring out gas mileage."
Library Resources for Mathematics
Bonnie Swoger from the Milne staff has put together some interesting resources for Math majors and faculty.
Take a look at Library Resources for Mathematics.
Why should I study math?
This is a very good question! And there are lots of very good answers. Follow these links to learn some of them:
Why do math?
When will I use math?
Careers in Mathematics
*Recent News - Mathematician is the BEST OCCUPATION!*
According to the Wall Steet Journal's "Best Occupation" rankings, Mathematician is #1.
Also, Actuary and Statistician are second and third, respectively.
"Headlines & Deadlines for Students"
The American Mathematical Society invites you to sign up for "Headlines & Deadlines for Students," a free monthly email service that includes news, links to helpful resources, and deadlines for applications for fellowships and grants, meeting registrations, and more. Each email news or deadline item links to a site for details, or to more information on the "Headlines & Deadlines for Students" web page. Follow the link above for more information.