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Mathematics has played a central role in the development of the modern society. Mathematics continues to prove its utility with applications in a wide variety of disciplines and technologies. The Department of Mathematics at NDSU focuses on shaping undergraduate and graduate students in mathematical thinking, while providing opportunities to learn a broad range of mathematical disciplines. We are engaged in cutting-edge research that continues to advance mathematics forward. We work to engage the community through outreach activities that invite others into the world of mathematics.</p></div></div></div> <div id="c365219" class="frame frame-default frame-type-textpic frame-layout-0"><div class="ce-textpic ce-right ce-intext"><div class="ce-gallery" data-ce-columns="1" data-ce-images="1"><div class="ce-row"><div class="ce-column"><figure class="image "><img class="image-embed-item" src="/fileadmin/_processed_/4/f/csm_190926_Math-19_b4387c5f97.jpg" width="650" height="433" alt="" /></figure></div></div></div><div class="ce-bodytext"><h6>Your Future Starts at NDSU</h6><p>Our department offers a broad and balanced curriculum of courses.  Students may choose to major in mathematics or mathematics education.  Minors in related areas are encouraged.  These choices may be made immediately or deferred until the basic course work is completed.  In addition to the Bachelor of Science degree, the department offers master’s and doctorate degrees. </p><p>You will find both challenges and opportunities in the Department of Mathematics at North Dakota State University.  Your advisor, a faculty member in the department, will provide you with information concerning courses, curricula and the many exciting and rewarding careers open to mathematics graduates.  Opportunities for <a href="/math/employment/grader/">paper grading</a> and <a href="/math/employment/emporium_assistant/">tutoring</a> are available and allow students to deepen their understanding by assisting others in learning mathematics. </p><p>For comments or questions, please contact our Department Chair <a href="mailto:Friedrich.Littmann@ndsu.edu" title="Email" class="mail-link">Dr. Friedrich Littmann</a> or call 701.231.8171</p></div></div></div> <div id="c794761" class="frame frame-default frame-type-text frame-layout-0"><section><header><h3 class=""> Why Choose NDSU? </h3></header><p>Our students in the Department of Mathematics have been very successful in finding employment. Our graduates are working in a wide variety of corporations, agencies, universities, and school systems and some of our graduates have continued toward advanced degrees.  North Dakota State University is an affordable, challenging and a great place to earn an outstanding education.</p></section></div> <div class="two-col container-layout"> <div class="row"> <div class="col-md-6 col-12"> <div id="c794775" class="frame frame-default frame-type-textmedia frame-layout-0"><div class="ce-textpic ce-center ce-above"><div class="ce-gallery" data-ce-columns="1" data-ce-images="1"><div class="ce-outer"><div class="ce-inner"><div class="ce-row"><div class="ce-column"><figure class="video"><div class="video-embed"><iframe src="https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/az4AhLA9sHc?autohide=1&controls=1&enablejsapi=1&origin=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ndsu.edu" allowfullscreen width="600" height="339" class="video-embed-item" title="North Dakota State University" allow="fullscreen"></iframe></div></figure></div></div></div></div></div></div></div> </div> <div class="col-md-6 col-12"> <div id="c794771" class="frame frame-default frame-type-text frame-layout-0"><section><h4>Our Graduates</h4><ul><li class="p1">Have a reputation for excellence in their mathematical knowledge.</li><li class="p1">Are sought by employers because they are seen as talented, clear thinking, hardworking and reliable.</li><li class="p1">Go on to a variety of jobs, further studies at prestigious institutions and hold leadership roles as mathematics educators.</li></ul></section></div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="two-col container-layout"> <div class="row"> <div class="col-md-6 col-12"> <div id="c794779" class="frame frame-default frame-type-text frame-layout-0"><section><h4>What We Offer</h4><ul><li class="p1"><a href="/math/undergraduate/">Bachelor’s</a>, <a href="/math/graduate/">master’s, and doctoral degree</a> programs</li><li class="p1">Opportunities for paid student involvement in teaching and research projects</li><li class="p1">Extensive access to technology in labs and classrooms</li><li class="p1">Regular special activities such as outreach to K-12 students and math club</li><li class="p1">Collaboration with many other disciplines, including sciences, engineering, and education</li></ul></section></div> </div> <div class="col-md-6 col-12"> <div id="c794765" class="frame frame-default frame-type-image frame-layout-0"><div class="ce-image ce-center ce-above"><div class="ce-gallery" data-ce-columns="1" data-ce-images="1"><div class="ce-outer"><div class="ce-inner"><div class="ce-row"><div class="ce-column"><figure class="image "><img class="image-embed-item" src="/fileadmin/_processed_/c/f/csm_171103_Abstract_Algebra-47_53e73ed117.jpg" width="600" height="400" alt="" /></figure></div></div></div></div></div></div></div> </div> </div> </div>  <div id="c794781" class="frame frame-default frame-type-dce_dceuid2 frame-layout-0"> <div class="hero-banner hero-banner-middle hero-banner-normal dim-black" style="background-image:url(/fileadmin/_processed_/e/8/csm_Gate_2100x1402_c8e72dad88.jpg);">  <div class="container"> <section class="default top left"> <div class="sr-only"><hr/></div> <h3>2023 Conference</h3> <p>Recent Advances in Applications of Harmonic Analysis to Convex Geometry</p> <a href="https://sites.google.com/ndsu.edu/harmonic-analysis-and-convex-g/home?authuser=0" class="btn btn-secondary">Learn More</a> </section> </div> </div> </div> </div> </main> <footer class="footer-dept footer-left"> <div class="container"> <section class="footer-address"> <div class="address"> <p><strong>Department of Mathematics - 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