MATH 400 Senior Colloquium

An exploration of advanced topics in mathematics, chosen by the instructor. Assessment varies by seminar, but could include written assignments, oral presentations, or exams. Seniors typically take one seminar each semester. Completion of two seminars partially fulfills the comprehensive requirement for graduation with a degree in mathematics. May be repeated once for credit.

Euclid to Newton

This weekly seminar course is a survey of selected topics in the history of mathematics. The Fall semester seminar will (roughly) cover Euclid to Leibnitz and Newton. Through exposure and access to primary historical sources and other materials, students will gain deeper insights into mathematical concepts they have seen before, be introduced to new mathematical ideas, and learn about the history and development of mathematics as it used today. The objective of the course is for students to synthesize and connect various mathematical ideas as a capstone experience for the major. Students will present a project in written and oral form at the end of the course.

Euler to Uhlenbeck

This weekly seminar course is a survey of selected topics in the history of mathematics. The Spring semester seminar will cover Euler to Mirzhakani and Uhlenbeck. Through exposure and access to primary historical sources and other materials, students will gain deeper insights into mathematical concepts they have seen before, be introduced to new mathematical ideas, and learn about the history and development of mathematics as it used today. The objective of the course is for students to synthesize and connect various mathematical ideas as a capstone experience for the major. Students will present a project in written and oral form at the end of the course.