The goal of the Mathematics Department is to help every student develop the mathematical tools necessary to achieve their career goals. We do this by building a community of learners of our students and our mathematics faculty and by building interdisciplinary relationships with our partner disciplines. Our students benefit from innovative teaching techniques and the use of technology. Out-of-classroom opportunities give our students a competitive edge after graduation in the job market or graduate school. We encourage our students to engage in interdisciplinary study with other departments on campus such as Biology, Computer Science, Education, Economics and Philosophy.
| A schedule of departmental events for 2007-2008 can be found on the Math Club page. |
| Midwest Undergraduate Mathematics Symposium (MUMS): To promote independent activities, including research, for mathematics undergraduates in Iowa and the surrounding states, each year Simpson College hosts the Midwest Undergraduate Mathematcs Symposium. This year MUMS will be held on Saturday, April 5, 2008. |
| Functions and Lines: Check out our newsletter, Functions and Lines. Or read biographies of our alums and our current students! |
| Modeling Contest Preparation: Here are some resources that could help you prepare for the HiMCM, MCM or ICM contests sponsored by COMAP. |
| Mathematics Day: Each fall we sponsor a Mathematics Day to help our students and high school students learn about the multitude of study and job opportunities available to students who major in mathematics. Mathematics Day is usually scheduled the first Saturday of December. If you are interested in finding out more about Mathematics Day, contact Rick Spellerberg. Announcement . Schedule |
| Dr. Albert H. & Greta A. Bryan Summer Research Program: The program is an opportunity for our mathematics students to spend eight weeks of the summer doing undergraduate research in mathematics. Participants are paid stipends, receive free on-campus housing, and travel to a regional mathematics conference. |
| Mathematics Department Mission Statement |
| Quantitative Literacy Practice Exams |
Contact Information
Rick Spellerberg
Phone: 515-961-1838
Toll Free: 800-362-2454
Fax: 515-961-1498