PIC Math Program

PIC Math (Preparation for Industrial Careers in Mathematical Sciences) Program prepares mathematical sciences students for industrial careers by training and supporting faculty to engage students in research on problems that come directly from industry. Suzanne Weekes is a co-founder and co-director of PIC Math which is funded by the NSF under grants DMS-1345499 and DMS-1722275.

The PIC Math program aims to:

• Increase awareness among mathematical sciences faculty and undergraduates about non-academic career options.

• Provide research experience working on real problems from business, industry and government.

• Prepare students for industrial careers.

A strong component of PIC Math involves students working as a group on a semester-long undergraduate research problem from business, industry, or government.

• Summer Faculty Training Workshop

• Spring Semester Research Course

• Student Research Competition

• Student Recognition Conference