
Meet a Science Grad: Justin Ihara
Meet Justin, 2009 Mathematics and Computer Science graduate, now an MES architect at Axonics Inc.

Q&A: How to prepare for a job in STEM
The Society for Industrial and Applied Mathematics (SIAM) interviewed Vrushali Bokil, Oregon State University mathematics professor and associate dean for research & graduate studies, for an online SIAM Careers Fair.

Math alumnus fast-tracks degree to actuarial success
Math alumnus James Hansen jumpstarted his career as an actuary, completing half his degree while still in high school.

How undergraduate research drives student success at OSU
Oregon State funds more high-impact undergraduate research experiences than any other university in the state.

Genomics pioneer paves the way for first-generation students
Genomics pioneer Michael Waterman (Mathematics ’64, ’66) receives the 2021 Lifetime Achievement in Science Award for his remarkable accomplishments that have brought honor, distinction and visibility to Oregon State University.

Epidemiologist and public health data scientist
Alumni profile of Epidemiologist and public health data scientist Peter Banwarth.

Biochemistry, mathematics and molecular biology students win 2021 Goldwater awards for research excellence
Two students from the College of Science have been awarded the competitive 2021 Goldwater awards.

Meet a Science Grad: Scott Clark
At Oregon State, Scott Clark (08) was able to pursue majors in physics, mathematics and computational physics all at once. Today he is the CEO and co-founder of SigOpt.

Math alumna’s disease modeling at national lab aiding public health initiatives to combat COVID-19
The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has placed mathematical models in the spotlight as they have become central to public health interventions, planning, resource allocation and forecasts.

Mathematics and writing senior awarded Department of Energy fellowship
Megan Tucker will graduate next month with a substantial amount of research experience under her belt: She was awarded the Mickey Leland Energy Fellowship, which gave her the opportunity to work on an interdisciplinary team at the National Energy Technology Laboratory (NETL) in Albany, Oregon, during the summer of 2019. The new knowledge gained from her internship helped her land a job as a technical writer with Amazon Web Services — a subsidiary of Amazon that provides on-demand cloud computing platforms to individuals, companies and governments.

Knowledge is more important than grades says math alumnus and American Express chief technologist
Patrick Franklin’s (BS ’89) mathematics education helped him adapt and thrive in some of the most competitive and iconic work places in America.

Mathematics professor receives Google award to improve K-12 computer science education in Oregon
Mathematician is part of a $141K, one-year grant from Google to enhance and increase integration between computer science education and mathematics teacher education.

Math senior will use data to increase efficiency of governments and the private sector
For Rachel Legard ('19), a mathematics and business double major, participation and involvement in student and campus organizations has always been a priority.

Preparing Career Ready Graduates: Mathematics Department Participates in Graduate Appreciation Week
Graduate Appreciation week, held during March 31 to April 5, 2019, celebrated the achievements of Oregon State University graduate students in scholarship, research, teaching and service.

Using abstract mathematical structures to study algorithmic complexity questions: The 34th Annual Lonseth Lecture
The 34th Annual Lonseth Lecture : The Department of Mathematics is pleased to announce that Professor Mai Gehrke from the Laboratoire Jean Alexandre Dieudonné at the Université Côte d’Azur in Nice, France, will deliver our 34th annual Lonseth Lecture.

OSU students attend major mathematics conferences
OSU students attended two of the largest national and international mathematics conferences in the US.

Summer Graduate Internships and Research Experiences
Jobs in Business (B), Industry (I) and Government (G) are consistently rated among the highest areas for job satisfaction, and mathematicians are in demand for their skills. For many students a summer internship can be their first and formative experience in a BIG job.

Developer of state-of-the-art, high-performance mathematical routines
Alumni profile of Kirana Bergstrom, who received a masters with a focus in applied mathematics and scientific computation.

A career in math followed by philanthropy
After graduating with a degree in mathematics, Judy Faucett (B.S.'70) enjoyed a successful career as an actuary in some of the country's top firms.

Breaking the stereotype of science graduates
Math alumna Suzanne McGrath will receive the College of Science's 2017 Distinguished Alumni Achievement Award for her achievements and leadership.

Going the distance: From Coos County and Corvallis to L.A. and the world
From humble beginnings to becoming an internationally celebrated mathematician and biologist, Alumnus Michael Waterman has shattered all expectations.

Young Alumni Award winner makes Forbes' 30 under 30 list
Alumnus Scott Clark ('08) was named to Forbes' 30 under 30 list for 2016 and wins the College of Science Young Alumni Award.

Milne & Gilfillan Lectures 2015
The Department of Mathematics celebrated Mathematics Awareness Month in April 2015 with the Milne and Gilfillan Lectures.