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A degree in mathematics will prepare you for a range of career options in business, industry, government, and education. Technology industries employ many graduates from the mathematical sciences, as do energy, pharmaceutical, insurance and financial services companies. The Mathematics major offers concentrations in:

  • Actuarial Science
  • Data Science
  • Mathematical Structures and Applications
  • Mathematics for Teaching

The Mathematical Sciences Department also hosts an interdisciplinary major in Data Science. The Data Science major includes courses from the mathematical sciences, computer science, business information systems and geographic information systems.

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Eastern’s bachelor’s degree in mathematics ranked in top 25 nationwide

Study.com Top Ranked School, 2021Eastern Connecticut State University’s Mathematical Sciences department offers the 24th best bachelor’s degree in the nation, according to 2021 rankings by Study.com. Four New England schools made the top 25; Eastern is the only ranked institution in Connecticut.

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Department Chair
Marsha Davis
Science Building Rm. 152
(860) 465-4592
(860) 465-0479
davisma@easternct.edu		 Assistant Department Chair
Dr. Megan Heenehan
Science Building Rm. 166
(860) 465-5009
(860) 465-0479
heenehanm@easternct.edu
Virtual Appointment
Math Foundations Coordinator
Dr. Kim Ward
Science Building Rm. 154
(860) 465-4544
(860) 465-0479
wardk@easternct.edu		 Secretary
Ms. Cheryl Le Beau
Science Building Rm. 168
(860) 465-4510
(860) 465-0479
lebeauc@easternct.edu
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Faculty Spotlights

Anthony Aidoo

Professor

"Mathematics can be studied, applied and enjoyed by all.’ This has been the premise I have always operated on as a teacher." Read More

Anthony Aidoo

Kim Ward

Professor and Math Foundations Program Coordinator

“I hope that my research and/or creative student-centered endeavors are helping our students graduate, seek out and obtain their chosen job, and find happiness and enjoyment in their current and future lives.” Read More

Kim Ward

Megan E. Heenehan

Professor and Assistant Chair

“Interactions with students inside and outside of the classroom are the best part of my job. Seeing how students grow over their four years and then hearing what they end up doing after Eastern is very rewarding.” Read More

Megan E. Heenehan

In the News

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Eastern inducts hundreds into honor societies in spring 2024

 May 16, 2024

More than 20 academic programs and departments at Eastern Connecticut State University recognized student achievements this spring 2024 semester during honor society inductions and award ceremonies.

Mathematics major presents at regional consortium

Math major presents at regional computing conference

 April 24, 2024

Undergraduate students from across the Northeast traveled to The College of Saint Rose in Albany, NY, for the Consortium for Computing Sciences in Colleges Northeast Region (CCSCNE) on April 12-13. Among them was mathematics major Carter Kelly from Eastern Connecticut State University.

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2 students travel to Puerto Rico to present AI research

 January 17, 2024

Two students at Eastern Connecticut State University who are native Spanish speakers recently presented important research on technology while in a setting reminding them of home. Katherine Escalante and Christian Deras-Rodriguez presented at the Hispanic Educational Technology Services (HETS) conference from Jan. 10-13 in San Juan, Puerto Rico.

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Programs of Study

  • The Mathematics Major helps students learn concepts and techniques in mathematics, statistics, data science, mathematics for teaching, and/or actuarial science. Students receive a solid foundation for different careers requiring advanced analytical thinking and skills or for advanced education in the mathematical sciences. The diverse disciplinary backgrounds of faculty members ensure that a strong traditional program is enriched with courses in applied fields of study.

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  • Students in Eastern’s interdisciplinary Data Science program receive training in statistics, computer science, business analytics, and geospatial information systems. They learn Python, R, SQL, Tableau and other software languages. Data-driven team projects provide opportunities for students to apply data science tools and techniques as well as develop collaboration and communication skills. Students also build a portfolio of their work by graduation. Students may choose between a B.A. and a B.S.; Bachelor of Science students must declare one of four concentrations in Mathematics, Business Analytics, Geographic Information Systems, or Computer Science, while the Bachelor of Arts degree is designed for students who wish to combine Data Science with an additional major. In addition to this interdisciplinary major, there is a Data Science concentration in the Mathematics major.

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  • Recognized by Colleges of Distinction, Eastern’s Elementary Education program prepares teachers to be educational leaders at many National Blue Ribbon Schools. Teacher candidates gain competence in pedagogy; academic content areas; educational technology; and knowledge integration, while demonstrating how to create learning environments to support student diversity. Eastern’s program includes liberal art core electives, a dual major in a subject area, and hands-on student teaching experiences. Candidates spend more than 600 hours in classrooms. Additional teaching endorsements available in special ed, health, music, art and world languages. Graduates can earn their advanced master’s degree in Education at Eastern with one additional year of study.

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  • Candidates preparing for teaching careers in grades 7-12 take a major in five subject areas, in addition to the Secondary Education Certification concentration. Applicable subjects include English, Mathematics, Environmental Earth Science, History/Social Studies and Biology. Teacher candidates gain skills in content pedagogy, cultural competence, data literacy, educational technology and in differentiating for diverse learners.

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