Math 2 – What is Mathematics?
A broad overview of the subject, intended primarily for liberal arts students. What do mathematicians do, and why do they do it? We will examine the art of proving theorems, from both the philosophical and aesthetic points of view, using examples such as non-Euclidean geometries, prime numbers, abstract groups, and uncountable sets. Emphasis will be placed on appreciating the beauty and variety of mathematical ideas. The course will include a survey of important results and unsolved problems that motivate mathematical research. • Math 8 (sometimes given as Math 1 in the First-Year Seminar Program) – The Mathematical Way of Thinking Topics in geometry of four and higher dimensions, relationships to different parts of mathematics as well as interrelations with physical and biological sciences, literature, cognitive science, philosophy, and art. • Math 42 – Introduction to Number Theory An overview of one of the most beautiful areas of mathematics. An ideal course for any student who want
A broad overview of the subject, intended primarily for liberal arts students. What do mathematicians do, and why do they do it? We will examine the art of proving theorems, from both the philosophical and aesthetic points of view, using examples such as non-Euclidean geometries, prime numbers, abstract groups, and uncountable sets. Emphasis will be placed on appreciating the beauty and variety of mathematical ideas. The course will include a survey of important results and unsolved problems that motivate mathematical research. • Math 8 – The Mathematical Way of Thinking Topics in geometry of four and higher dimensions, relationships to different parts of mathematics as well as interrelations with physical and biological sciences, literature, cognitive science, philosophy, and art. • Math 42 – Introduction to Number Theory An overview of one of the most beautiful areas of mathematics. An ideal course for any student who wants a taste of mathematics outside of, or in addition to, the ca
