The department takes seriously its responsibility to design and teach courses that prepare college graduates to be quantitatively literate. Our selection of quantitative literacy courses takes into consideration applications in a variety of areas. Secondly, some students major in programs that require study of specialized mathematics. The department supplies courses for these students. These include students from computer science, biology, chemistry, physics, exercise and sports science, education, and business.
Students majoring or minoring in mathematics pursue a variety of careers.
Many certify to teach mathematics in elementary and secondary schools. A good proportion prepare for graduate school in mathematics or related fields. The department has a strong commitment to prepare students for careers in specific areas. For example, the department conducts special problem seminars to help students prepare to take the GRE and Actuarial exams. The GRE exams are needed for students going to graduate school and the Actuarial exams are needed by those preparing for careers in insurance, pension planning, and risk management.