GEOFFREY DIETZ, Chairperson

FACULTY: Professors: Michael Caulfield, Geoffrey Dietz, Patrick Headley, David Prier. Associate Professor: Richard Ligo. Assistant Professor: Christine Cedzo.

Aims and Objectives

Mathematics majors at Gannon must satisfactorily complete a minimum of forty-eight credits ranging over such areas as discrete mathematics, calculus, abstract algebra, mathematical analysis, probability, statistics, linear algebra, differential equations, and mathematical modeling. In addition, mathematics majors will receive a significant career-enhancing experience through placement in an appropriate internship position or through a challenging undergraduate research project.

The Gannon mathematics curriculum is designed to allow students to develop a strong secondary interest in allied fields such as business, computer science, economics, physics, biology, chemistry, engineering or education. There is ample opportunity to select the most beneficial combination of courses to achieve the student’s goals. The content of a particular student’s curriculum requires department approval to ensure proper competency by graduation.

Mathematics majors receive preparation for the first Actuarial Exam administered by the Society of Actuaries. Students who pursue a concentration in Actuarial Science will receive preparation for an additional exam.

This competency required of students in mathematics has resulted in careers in research, in education at all levels, and in technical positions in industry and government. Mathematicians are increasingly in demand in today’s employment market. Mathematics majors, by satisfying additional requirements of the School of Education, can earn Teacher Certification in Secondary Education for the State of Pennsylvania.