Why study math?

Mathematics teaches logic, accurate reasoning, abstract and critical thinking, analytical skills, and analytical attitude.

This means as a mathematician you pay attention to all the assumptions involved in a given problem or situation, and you learn to break down complex problems into a series of simple steps. Such skills and attitudes are highly valued by employers as well as graduate and professional schools.

Learn more about what mathematicians do and why employers value these skills.

News

At Faculty Convocation, President Michael Rao, Ph.D., said VCU faculty’s embrace of interdisciplinary inquiry and cross-departmental solutions creates an environment that supports their work as researchers, practitioners – and especially as educators. (Jonathan Mehring, Enterprise Marketing and Communications)

Aug. 21, 2025

43rd annual Faculty Convocation celebrates seven VCU educators and researchers

Honorees represent the School of Medicine, School of Pharmacy, College of Humanities and Sciences, and University College.

VCU will hold its 43rd annual Faculty Convocation on Aug. 20. (File photo)

Aug. 18, 2025

Faculty Convocation will honor seven VCU educators and researchers

The 43rd annual ceremony on Aug. 20 celebrates outstanding teaching, scholarship and service.

(Enterprise Marketing and Communications)

April 15, 2025

Three undergraduates and one recent alum earn distinguished awards for international summer study

The four, who have ties to the Honors College, will pursue programs related to diplomacy and science.

Math Spotlight

Events

Collaboration and sharing are at the core of our mission.

cherry blossom trees at the entrance of Grace E. Harris Hall

Richmond Geometry Meeting 2025

Dates: Friday, Sep 19, 2025 – Sunday, Sep 21, 2025

The Richmond Geometry Meeting will focus on emergent research topics while bringing together researchers in algebraic geometry, low-dimensional topology, and mathematical physics. In summer 2025, we will highlight new trends in homological invariants.