• Important and accessible math and computer science research problems

• An Individual Development Plan (IDP)

• Our commitment to serving underrepresented students.

You will be part of a three-member research team, led by senior faculty. In addition to their core research projects, students will be trained in mathematical writing and in presentation techniques through a series of weekly workshops designed to foster these communication skills. We are intentional about fostering students’ growth in their mathematical maturity and in their professionalism. We track our progress and yours though the IDP. This plan assesses over the eight-week REU both the technical and professional skills needed for success in careers in the mathematical sciences. From “ability to work in a team” to “mathematical knowledge,” the IDP will help students to improve in their weak areas and challenge students to develop their strengths further. The IDP sets measurable goals and monitors progress before, during, and after the eight-week program on campus. We commit in the REU program to including and giving opportunities to underrepresented students. All Senior Personnel have a history of working with and mentoring underrepresented students, and they desire to continue to do so during the REU.

This year we are proud to offer four projects:

• Invasive species control using mathematical models with Dr. Eric Takyi

• Estimating eagle distribution with Dr. Leslie New

• Motivated proofs of integer partition identities with Dr. Chris Sadowski

• p-adic valuation trees with Dr. Olena Kozhushkina

Please see the link to the website below for more details about the projects and the program.

You may apply for the program either here on Mathprograms.org or through the Ursinus REU website below.