Mathematics

Spotlights

  • Multi-Lab Collaboration Unites Math and Biology

    An interdisciplinary team of University of Tennessee researchers recently published in Biophysical Journal on their development of a new statistical method that improves analysis in single-molecule fluorescence experiments, which are used to study important protein complexes in cells.

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  • Actuary Internships Prepare Math Majors for Work

    Some mathematics majors at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, are preparing for high-demand jobs in actuarial science through both the classroom and internships that offer real-world learning.

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  • Math Teacher Honored with Presidential Award

    The White House recently honored Emily McDonald (MM ’24) with a Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching (PAEMST). A Hamilton County Schools teacher since 2015, McDonald completed her Master of Mathematics degree in 2024 through an online program at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, and is pursuing a PhD in math education…

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  • 2024 Alumni and Philanthropy Awards Honor the Volunteer Spirit

    UT College of Arts and Sciences faculty, staff, and campus and community colleagues gathered Thursday, October 17 to celebrate the 2024 Alumni and Philanthropy Awards, honoring the exceptional achievements and contributions of Volunteers for Life whose dedication and generosity help shape the future of the college and its students.

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  • Board of Visitors Spotlight: Thomas Chappell

    Tom Chappell was a founding member of the Board of Visitors (BoV) for the Department of Mathematics at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, in 2018. He served as its inaugural president and is currently the past president. Chappell played a pivotal role in re-establishing the enlarged BoV during 2022-2023.  He earned his bachelor’s degree in…

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  • Math Board of Visitors Expands

    After more than a year’s preparation, an expanded, diverse 23-member Board of Visitors (BoVs) was established in fall 2023 to serve as ambassadors and strategic partners for the Department of Mathematics.  The board assists with formulating the department’s long-term development plans and strengthening its reputation nationally and internationally. In 2024, the BoV established a full…

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  • 2023-2024 Academic Year in Review

    The “Program Assessment Conference for Mathematics [P.A.C.-Math]: Tools for Math Departments to Self-Assess GTA Professional Development Programs” was held on the campus of the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, from October 20-21, 2023, and was organized locally by faculty member Jeneva Clark with assistance from the departmental staff. Rosario Dow was instrumental in its success. The…

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  • Department Honors and Awards

    In addition to the many departmental awards and scholarships presented at 2024 Honors Day, below are awards and honors received by the faculty, staff, and graduate students from other organizations. Chancellor’s Professor Suzanne Lenhart delivered the prestigious J. W. Gibbs Lecture at the Joint Math Meetings in San Francisco on January 6, 2024.  Associate Professor…

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  • Alumnus Kevin Farmer an Actuarial Analyst

    Math major Kevin Farmer graduated in May with a concentration in applied math. He is a veteran and a first-generation college student who is pursuing a career as an actuary.  Farmer completed an actuarial internship while a student at UT and successfully passed the first two actuarial exams, which cover material in probability and financial…

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  • Alumnus Ryan Unger an NSF Researcher

    Ryan Unger came to UT as an engineering student and started doing undergraduate research on experimental materials science in nuclear engineering. In his freshman year, he treated mathematics as a hobby and did not think it was a viable career option. The more mathematics courses he took, however, the more he liked mathematics. Taking several…

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