GO BEYOND THE CLASSROOM

Group of math majors

The Department of Mathematics believes that some of the best mathematics is discovered outside of the classroom. The Department sponsors activities and events each year to promote real world learning and inquiry. They are:

MATH CLUB

During  the fall and spring semesters, Math Club generally meets twice a month for talks and recreational math activities. In addition, there are several opportunities throughout the year to travel  and connect with the wider math community.

For more information, see Math Club Advisor Dr. Jordan Kirby.

Upcoming Meetings

September 11, 2024 5pm LSF L407B

FM UNDERGRADUATE MATHEMATICS CONFERENCE

 The Spring 2025 Francis Marion Undergraduate Mathematics Conference

The Department of Mathematics at Francis Marion University will host the
The 2025 Francis Marion Undergraduate Mathematics Conference
in the upcoming spring semester. For more information, contact Conference Director, Dr. Kevin LoPresto.
Math Students Present Research

MATH IN INDUSTRY SPEAKER SERIES

This series brings speakers in diverse industries that use mathematics in their professions to speak about their work and hold a Q&A dinner with interested students.  For Q&A dinner reservations, email Dr. Ivan Dungan. Funded by a FMU PEAK Grant. 

PEE-DEE REGIONAL HIGH-SCHOOL MATHEMATICS TOURNAMENT

Students on stage at FMU Math Tournament

The George E. Schnibben High-School Mathematics Tournament will be held  December 3, 2024.

Questions should be directed to Mrs. Maria McCormick, the Mathematics Administrative Assistant.

KAPPA MU EPSILON: MATHEMATICS HONOR SOCIETY

Kappa Mu Epsilon Inductees 2023

 South Carolina Epsilon Chapter

Kappa Mu Epsilon is an honor society in mathematics whose purpose is promoting mathematics among undergraduates. Students of mathematics or related disciplines who are of academic distinction and have achieved professional and scholastic merit are eligible for membership. Francis Marion’s chapter of Kappa Mu Epsilon, the South Carolina Epsilon Chapter, was established in March 2005. 

Association for Women in Mathematics: Francis Marion Student Chapter

The national chapter of the Association of Women in Mathematics granted Francis Marion University a Student Chapter in Fall 2023. TThe purpose of the Association for Women in Mathematics is to create a community in which women and girls can thrive in their mathematical endeavors and to promote equitable opportunity and gender-inclusivity across the mathematical sciences. The FM student chapter has monthly activities and outreach to support this mission. For more information, contact Dr. Nicole Panza

MATH DEPARTMENT EVENTS

Upcoming Fall Events