Applications are open for summer 2025. Registration deadline April 4th.
GirlsGetMath@CSU is a free summer math program for current high school students, regardless of gender.
This event is a five-day, non-residential program held in the Department of Mathematics on the CSU Fort Collins campus. GirlsGetMath@CSU will explore mathematical topics such as cryptography, data science, image processing, fractals, and geometry through engaging hands-on activities and computer labs.
The program will run June 2-6, 2025 from approximately 9am-3pm Monday through Thursday and 9am-5pm on Friday. We’ll celebrate the end of the program with students and their families at a closing reception taking place on Friday from 4-5pm.
The goals of GirlsGetMath@CSU are:
- to show students that the study of mathematics can be exciting, beautiful, and useful
- to build confidence in students’ mathematical knowledge through engaging and expert mathematical instruction
- to provide an affirming environment that introduces high school students to a variety of career opportunities in which sophisticated mathematical ability plays a key role
- to emphasize the strategic role mathematics plays for success in STEM careers
- to provide students with a support group and expert mentors who are successful undergraduate, graduate students, postdocs, and professionals from the STEM workforce
- to have a positive influence on the way students view their mathematical interest and ability
Event Dates
June 2 – June 6, 2025
Monday-Thursday 9am-3pm
Friday 9am-5pm (with closing reception for students and their families from 4-5pm)
Organizers:
Instructors:
The faculty organizers will be joined by undergraduate and graduate students who will serve as teaching assistants for the program.
Tuition:
There is no cost to participate. Daily lunch, snacks, and all program materials will be provided.
Funding:
Support for GirlsGetMath@CSU is provided by the Mathematical Association of America and the Tensor Foundation, the American Mathematical Society Epsilon Fund, and the Colorado State University Department of Mathematics.
Applications are open for summer 2025. Deadline to apply is April 4th, 2025
