Mathematical Sciences
Mathematical Sciences majors at Simmons have the opportunity to solve real-world problems while embracing the changes of the 21st century using computing and statistics.
Be Prepared for a Career in STEM
The Mathematical Sciences major is a springboard for pursuing successful careers and graduate study in fields like statistics, scientific programming, public health, big data and teaching. You will become fluent in at least two computer languages (R and either Python or MatLab) and will be prepared for applied mathematics careers in many STEM industries.
Learning Objectives of the Mathematical Sciences Major
- Know the fundamental concepts/content/techniques from discrete and continuous math
- Know the fundamental concepts/content/techniques from descriptive and inferential statistics and probability
- Apply the content/techniques from math & stats to solve real world problems
- Analyze problems to find the critical variables and use math and stats to build and interpret models
- Communicate precisely ,and clearly incl. written, visual presentations
- Use computing tools effectively and appropriately
Learn More About the Mathematical Sciences Program
Our Faculty
Amber Stubbs
Associate Professor and Chair of Computer, Data & Mathematical Sciences, and Undergraduate Computer Science & Informatics Program Director
Margaret Menzin
Professor of Computer Science and Mathematics and Program Director of Mathematical Sciences
Donna Beers
Professor
Lauren Trichtinger
Assistant Professor
Hong Pan
Assistant Professor
Spotlight on Mathematical Sciences Students and Alums
Accelerated Degree Student Presents Poster on ChatGPT at Technical Symposium
Raneem Emad Amer Mousa ’25 is pursuing the Dual-Degree in Engineering Simmons offers in collaboration with Columbia University. Her research project, “Is ChatGPT the Academic Catalyst We’ve All Been Waiting For?” was accepted for inclusion in the SIGCSE Technical Symposium 2024.
Congratulations to the 2024 Senior Scholars
The annual Senior Scholar Award is sponsored by the Provost's Office and the Office of Undergraduate Research and Fellowships. The award recognizes six graduating seniors for their outstanding scholarship and contribution to a field of study.
Lynne Passanisi ’11 Reflects on the Broad Career Field a Math Degree Can Make Possible
What made you choose to study Mathematics at Simmons? Simmons had a great, small, close-knit community, with the bonus of being in the larger city of Boston — it had a little of everything! When I first visited Simmons, I...
STEM Student Attends Conference for Undergraduate Women in Physics
CJ ’24 (Chloie Johnson) attended the American Physical Society’s Conference for Undergraduate Women in Physics (CUWiP) at Boston University in January 2023. They spoke with us about their experience at the conference and their love for science. Tell us about...
Passionate Leaders Project: Fall 2022 Cohort
The Passionate Leaders Project (PLP) supports undergraduate students by funding research opportunities that transcend traditional coursework. Participants of the PLP develop research and critical thinking skills and bring the insights of academia to real world issues. This year’s cohort addresses mental health, neuroscience, environmental science, the foster care system, and technology.
Working Remotely Around the World with Alexa Frongillo ’17
Alexa Frongillo '17 was working in finance in Boston when she realized she didn’t want to visit the same desk every day. So she packed her bags, signed up with the Remote Year program, and began a life-changing journey of working abroad.
Eliana Lopez '21 Matches with Award-Winning Boston Tech Start-Up
After completing a competitive fellowship program with Hack.Diversity, Eliana was matched as a Software Engineering Intern with Boston-based start-up, Owl Labs, creators of the “Meeting Owl,” one of TIME's 100 Best Inventions of 2020!
Passionate Leaders Project: Spring 2021 Cohort
The Passionate Leaders Project supports undergraduate students seeking to enrich their academic and professional interests by funding learning opportunities beyond the boundaries of the traditional classroom. Learn what the Spring 2021 cohort is up to!