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  • Dr. Christopher Jett at the UWG radio station

    UWG Takes Over ‘The Academic Minute’: Mathematics Professor Discusses Racial Stereotypes in STEM Careers

    Racial stereotypes are ignominious components of our society, with Black males often the victims of such unfounded judgment. Dr. Christopher Jett, associate professor in the College of Arts, Culture and Scientific Inquiry at the University of West Georgia, recently conducted research on this disturbing reality and how it relates to Black men in STEM careers.

    Dec 17

  • The Right Combination: Faculty Expertise Attracts International Math Conference

    If you draw a map of the world on a flat surface or plane, painting in countries as you go, what is the least number of colors needed so that no two nations of the same color share a border? The puzzle is deceptively simple. “Four color theorem” – the riddle’s answer lies in the name – was not proven until the 1970s and, then, with the assistance of a computer. Welcome to combinatorics as introduced by Dr. Abdollah Khodkar, professor and assistant chair of mathematics at UWG.

    Nov 6

  • Adding to Success: UWG Math Professor Earns Award, Assists African-American Men

    Dr. Christopher Jett, associate professor of mathematics at the University of West Georgia, was recently awarded the prestigious 2019 Early Career Award from the Association of Mathematics Teacher Educators (AMTE).

    Nov 3

  • UWG Freshmen Math Program Awarded Momentum Year Award by Board of Regents

    The University System of Georgia (USG) award recognizes teaching and instruction that bolsters first-year student achievement, promotes a purposeful program and career choice, and creates an environment where positive academic mindsets thrive, catapulting students toward degree completion.

    Nov 3

  • Math Day

    The University of West Georgia will hold its 49th Annual Math Day on Friday, March 6th, 2020.

    Mar 1
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