Mathematics

Chairperson: Susan M. E. Riegle
Associate Professors: Boyd, Ph.D., Lewis, Ph.D., and Molkenthin, Ph.D.; Assistant Professors: Birmajer, Ph.D., Koetz, Ph.D., and Riegle, M.S.

The Department of Mathematics seeks to convey to students that mathematics has both beauty and utility, is both an art and a science, and is distinguished by virtue of its use of the axiomatic method.

Further, in accordance with the Mathematical Association of America’s Guidelines for Programs and Departments in Undergraduate Mathematical Sciences, the Department is committed to a mathematical sciences curriculum that is responsive to the needs of its students, and seeks to provide course and program offerings to both majors and non-majors that present suitable academic challenge, in a supportive environment, “based on the expectation that all students can learn mathematics.”

Inherent in our preparation of those who are preparing to teach school mathematics is the belief that they are ultimately responsible for the future of the discipline and that without thorough preparation they can not convey its power, beauty, and utility to others.

Underlying this mission is the belief that the Department must make meaningful use of modern technologies as well as diverse methods of instruction to enhance teaching and learning and increase students’ understanding of mathematical concepts.

All Nazareth students majoring in mathematics receive a Bachelor of Arts degree and a broad background that will prepare them for work in any area of mathematics. We offer three programs for our majors:

Mathematics major
Mathematics with Quad Certification (Elementary and Inclusive Education)
Mathematics with Adolescence Education (Secondary Education)

The department also offers a Minor in Mathematics.