Application – due Friday, April 26
GirlsGetMath@CSU is scheduled for June 10-14, 2024, 9am – 3:30pm Monday-Thursday and 9am-5pm on Friday.
GirlsGetMath@CSU is a free five-day, non-residential summer mathematics program that is open to high school students, regardless of gender. Our program is modeled after GirlsGetMath@ICERM at Brown University’s Institute for Computational and Experimental Research in Mathematics.
- GirlsGetMath occurs in an encouraging and inclusive environment that builds students’ confidence in mathematics and other STEM-related fields
- GirlsGetMath expands students’ understanding and knowledge of mathematics through computations and experimentations.
- GirlsGetMath provides expert mathematical training and mentoring.
- GirlsGetMath encourages students to explore mathematical topics such as cryptography, data science, the mathematics of voting, geometry, image processing, prime numbers and factoring, and fractals.
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
Organizers:
Dr. Jamie Juul (jamie.juul@colostate.edu)
Dr. Liz Arnold (liz.arnold@colostate.edu)
Instructors:
The faculty organizers will be joined by 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.
To Apply:
To apply for GirlsGetMath@CSU in summer 2024, fill out the application form. Applications are due Friday, April 26.
Funding:
GirlsGetMath@CSU is supported by the Colorado State University Department of Mathematics.