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
April 28, 2023
Class of 2023: From the Fed to SpaceX, Tara Ram Mohan seeks ways of making an impact
Ram Mohan served four internships while at VCU, including one on the Starlink project that led to a full-time job after graduation.
April 26, 2023
‘Learn, discover, and innovate’: VCU celebrates the opening of its new STEM building
VCU held a ribbon-cutting ceremony for its 168,000-square-foot building dedicated to STEM with space for more than 10,000 students who will take up to 70 courses each semester.
April 18, 2023
VCU to celebrate opening of new STEM building
The 168,000-square-foot building, located at the site of the former Franklin Street Gym, will expand lab, classroom and office space for the College of Humanities and Sciences.
Math Spotlight
Meet Christopher
Christopher Flippen started out a computer science major, but found his math courses so much fun that he decided to add math as a second major. Read more about Christopher's favorite classes, favorite professors, and the three research projects that led him to a research interest he plans to pursue at the graduate level after completing his bachelor's degree.
