VCU Math Circle 2.25.2024

ellipsis-shaped enclosure inside the college of humanities and sciences stem building at v.c.u.

Date: Sunday, Feb 25, 2024

Start time: 2:00 P.M.

End time: 3:30 P.M.

Location: 817 W. Franklin St, Math Exchange

Audience: 8th - 12th grade students

We welcome all 8–12th graders with an interest in math and who like to learn new ideas through interactive exploration! The sessions cover novel and entertaining uses of math. They are not a continuation of the usual school curriculum, so no particular prior knowledge is needed. Light refreshments will be served.

This Month's Topic

"Cup Stacking—It’s not what you think!" with Dr. Glenn Hurlbert

Many of you may have seen, or even tried, the sport of cup stacking, in which speed and dexterity are essential. But our version is played on a graph, where it becomes a puzzle, one which we're not always sure has a solution. No need to BYOC, we've got you covered. Just be ready to stack!

Registration

Please email mathcircle@vcu.edu to register (include name, grade, and school). This is a free event and you may sign up any time for any of our sessions! Further information will be emailed to those registered shortly before the meeting.

After registering, parents should fill out the Permission Form for the student to bring with them to their first session.

Event contact: Math Circle Committee, mathcircle@vcu.edu