News: Department of Mathematical Sciences
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Students receive scholarships while their artwork is run in rotation throughout the summer on the world's largest LED screen.
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After 50 years at UNLV, Satish Bhatnagar finds that learning the history of mathematics — or any subject — provides a deeper understanding of the world around us.
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With funding from governor's office, StepUp & StartUp program has matched 50 UNLV students with local tech companies.
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For Sphere’s first design contest, celebrating the 4th of July, two winners from Art, Architecture, Film, Engineering, and Mathematics will have their designs showcased on the Exosphere.
Ph.D. student Keoni Castellano's research explores how epidemics start and how we might end them.
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Jorge Reyes touted the importance of diversifying the field at the Graduate College's annual Inspiration, Innovation, Impact event.
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Graduate Michael Schwob, recipient of the National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship, began racking up accomplishments by connecting with his instructors.
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An enduring commencement tradition continues this spring as UNLV president honors seven outstanding students who exemplify the academic, research, and community impact of the graduating class.
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UNLV replaces remedial courses with “corequisite” courses so incoming students don't fall behind before they even start college.
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This math professor strives to find teaching methods that encourage students to enjoy math and pursue further studies.
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College of Sciences Alumna of the Year made a change at UNLV that led to an inspirational career in education.
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Undergraduates Alvaro Carbonero and Ava Platt among a select group of STEM students nationwide selected for prestigious honor.