Student Organizations & Groups:

Association of Computing Machinery
Computer Programming Team
Mathematics and Computer Science Club

Student Research: Senior Study

Cody Rodefer '10 (Computer Science/Mathematics) combined his interests in Computer Science and English and wrote an Exemplary Senior Study entitled "Chaucer in Middle English Using Allegro and Alogg."

Brandon Aaby '09 (Computer Science/Mathematics) wrote a senior study entitled "Modern Graphics Processing Units: Traditional Use, Performance Issues, and Recent Data Parallel Challenges" and went on to publish / co-publish and present three research papers while still enrolled in college.

Kyle Prince '09 (Mathematics for Teacher Licensure) wrote an Exemplary Senior Study entitled "Statistical Analysis in the NFL."

Jesse Smith '08 (Computer Science/Mathematics) combined his interests in Mathematics, Computer Science, and Statititics in a project entitled "The Mathematics and Computer Science of 'Deal or no Deal.'" The paper was accepted for presentation at the MidSoutheast ACM conference.

Quick Fact

Each fall, the division hosts a dinner at the House in the Woods at which upperclassmen who have done summer research and/or internship programs present their experiences to students and faculty.

Mathematics & Computer Science Students

Student Profile

Name: Nicole Verdino ‘12
Hometown: Sevierville, TN
Major: Mathematics for Teacher Licensure

Q: What made you decide to choose Maryville College, and a major in Mathematics?

A: When the time came to look for colleges, I knew what type of college atmosphere I wanted. I wanted a small liberal arts college with a great math and education program. Maryville College was perfect. The moment I stepped onto the campus, I knew I was at the right place. I have wanted to be a math teacher since second grade and I knew Maryville College was the place to make that dream a reality.

Q: In what ways is your Maryville College experience preparing you for your future vocation?

A: Maryville College is helping me become a better mathematician by providing knowledgeable math professors who take time out of their day to help me in any of my classes. The professors set perfect examples of how a class should be taught and I will be able to take those examples and use them in my classroom.

Q: What have been your favorite courses?

A: My favorite courses have been Calculus I, II, and III. I love the concepts that Calculus uses. I really enjoy integration with the Disk and Washer Methods. I like applying Calculus to real world problems because it makes math seem like a real thing, something that is useful to everyday life.

Q: What’s the best thing about being a math major at Maryville College?

A: The people. The professors are very approachable and always there to help when I need them. They care about how I am doing. I am not just another name an a roll call. I am a person that they care about. Also the math majors are like a family. We all gather around tables in the library and do our homework together. We teach and learn from each other. We are a close knit group and get along great.

Q: What are your other interests and involvements on campus?

A: I am involved in several clubs on campus. I am President of National Residence Hall Honorary (NRHH), Vice President of Residence Hall Association (RHA), Co-President of Lloyd Hall Council, and Co-Chair of Teams and Morale for Up ‘Til Dawn (a group that raises money for St. Jude). I am also involved in Math Club and am a Teacher’s Assistant.