"What is Math?" Day

An opportunity for advanced high school and early undergraduates to explore topics in advanced mathematics

Saturday, March 23, 2013

Location: JWB 335



Join the University of Utah's chapter of the Association for Women in Mathematics for the second annual “What is Math?” day. Participating students will attend short lectures on several broad topics and have the opportunity to discuss inquiries over lunch with mathematicians.

Invited Speakers

    Kim Ruane, Keynote Address
    Patrick Bardsley, "What is Applied Math?"
    Thomas Goller, "What is Algebraic Geometry?"
    Greg Rice, "What is Statistics?"
    Aaron Wood, "What is Number Theory?"

Schedule

9:30 - 10:00 a.m. Registration
10:00 - 11:00 a.m.   Keynote Address
11:00 - 11:30 a.m. What is Applied Math?
11:30 - 12:00 p.m. What is Algebraic Geometry?
12:00 - 1:00 p.m.
1:00 - 1:30 p.m. What is Statistics?
1:30 - 2:00 p.m. What is Number Theory?
2:00 p.m. Closing Remarks

This event will take place in JWB 335.
Map of John Widtsoe Building (JWB)

Registration

Thank you for your interest!


Update (3/21): Registration for this event is still open but lunch may not be guaranteed due to limited supply


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