The Mathematics Project at Minnesota (MPM)

The Mathematics Project at Minnesota (MPM) is an annual four day workshop for undergraduates at the University of Minnesota who come from underrepresented groups in mathematics. The workshop is held the week before the spring semester starts and is organized by graduate students at UMN. 

MPM 2025 took place January 14 - 17 in Vincent Hall. Stay tuned for information regarding MPM 2026!

Goals of MPM

The overarching goal of MPM is to increase the participation and success of underrepresented groups in mathematics. 

To this end, MPM aims to help participants:

1. Build friendships and community in the UMN math department,

2. Meet math mentors and role-models, and

3. Learn what being a mathematician is all about!

Who is MPM for?

MPM is open to any undergraduate at the University of Minnesota interested in math and comes from an underrepresented group in math.  

Our definition of underrepresented includes racial minorities (Black, Latinx, Native American), women and people of minority genders, first generation college students, students from lower socioeconomic backgrounds, individuals with physical disabilities, and members of the LGBTQ community. We are also open to participants who are supportive allies committed to making mathematics more inclusive. 

Contact

If you have any questions regarding MPM, please email Elise Catania (catan042@umn.edu), E Koenig (koeni417@umn.edu), or Marcella Manivel (maniv013@umn.edu).