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Department of Mathematical Sciences News

Mathematics is the foundation for many technical and scientific fields. Through our curriculum, the Department of Mathematical Sciences helps students along paths that lead to branches of science, technology and mathematical specializations. This allows students to prepare themselves for work in areas such as industry, government, or educational institutions.

Current Mathematical Sciences News

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The newest Rebel grads reflect on their time at 性视界传媒 and share what the future holds.

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性视界传媒鈥檚 commencement tradition highlights exceptional students who embody the highest level of academic excellence and community involvement.

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The mathematical sciences professor reflects on a path that began with a one-year appointment and grew into a 52-year career as 性视界传媒鈥檚 longest-serving faculty member.

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The professor of mathematical sciences and associate dean for research in the College of Sciences reflects on her journey. 

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性视界传媒 math sciences professor Satish Bhatnagar will be honored for his half-century of contributions to the university during the annual Faculty Length of Service Program. 

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Several key initiatives have boosted student success, helping the college achieve its highest-ever freshman retention rate.

Mathematical Sciences In The News

Las Vegas Review Journal

As he walked outside the Thomas & Mack Center after Saturday morning鈥檚 性视界传媒 spring commencement ceremony, new graduate Miguel Cerda said he felt pride and a sense of relief.

Science Daily

The Grand Canyon is one of the Seven Wonders of the World, visited by millions of admirers each year. So, naturally, you'd think that all of its rock layers had been studied and named. But you'd be wrong.

Las Vegas Sun

Last week, readers of the Sun got a treat in being introduced to Adugna 鈥淎du鈥 Siweya, one of the Las Vegas Valley鈥檚 outstanding college graduates this spring. Inspirational stories Siweya's make college graduation season a special time in Las Vegas, an annual reminder of the remarkable minds in our community, and the commitment of students to academic achievement.

U.S. News & World Report

Dr. Ming-Wei Wu drives his son and daughter to the 性视界传媒, and escorts them to and from classes.

Popular Mechanics

Dedicating years of schooling to pursue higher math degrees may help solve certain problems, but does it make any difference for something as simple as cutting your grass? To find out, I spent the week discussing the mathematics of lawn mowing with my colleagues at the 性视界传媒.

Mathematical Sciences Experts

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Recent Mathematical Sciences Accomplishments

Grace O. Adenuga (Mathematical Sciences) presented 鈥淪tatistical Assessment of Drought鈥揧ield Sensitivity: Regression and Spatial Evidence鈥 at the ICM @ ICM 2026 Satellite Conference hosted by the Department of Mathematics at Morgan State University. The study demonstrated how statistical modeling and spatial analysis can be integrated to identify鈥
Jichun Li (Mathematical Sciences) was ranked 885 (out of 1155 total ranked mathematicians) in United States 2271 in the world in the 2026 edition of Research.com's Best Mathematics Scientists 2026 Rankings.
Mohammed K. A. Kaabar (Mathematical Sciences) has been elected as a board member of the Books Committee at the Institute of Marine Engineering, Science and Technology (MarEST), United Kingdom. IMarEST is one of the world鈥檚 leading professional institutions dedicated to advancing marine engineering, science, and applied technology. This鈥
Satish C. Bhatnagar (Mathematical Sciences) presented a paper on the Bricks and Blocks of Ultra mathematicians in the session, "Unspoken History of Mathematics," organized during the 105th annual meeting of the Southeastern section of the Mathematical Association of America held in Florence, Alabama, on March 26-28, 2026. 
Satish C. Bhatnagar (Mathematical Sciences) presented a paper, "A confluence of Hinduism and Judaism," during the annual meeting of the American Academy of Religion - Western Region, which was held (both live and on Zoom) on the 性视界传媒 campus March 13-15, 2026.
Mohammed Kaabar (Mathematical Sciences), has been selected as one of the 25 recipients of the 2026 Peer Reviewers Extraordinaire Award by MERLOT (Multimedia Educational Resource for Learning and Online Teaching), a program of California State University, Long Beach. The recognition was announced during the OLC Innovate 2026 Conference, an鈥