Joanna Bieri

Applied Math Professor

Department of Economics

University of Redlands

Junior Capstone Proposal Seminar

Archived Course
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• Important Course Documents
  
  Course Syllabus
  
• Junior Seminar Activities
  
  As the semester progresses we will post information about activities for the Junior Seminar. Please participate in as many activities as possible
  • Latex Tutorial
    We will plan to offer at least one tutorial session for writing documents in LaTeX.
    LaTeX is a type setting language that makes writing mathematical equations within a document much easier. There will be a steep learning curve, but once you get it your documents will look amazing!
    Write Latex - Website
    
  • Beamer Tutorial
    Beamer is a LaTeX add on that allows you to make presentation with beautiful math typesetting. Write Latex (www.writelatex.com) can help get you started.
    
  • Summer Research Experience for Undergraduates
    For those who are interested in doing summer research before their senior year we will offer a session for finding and applying to REUs (Research Experience for Undergraduates). The deadline for applying to REUs is often between January and March, so start looking now and get started on your applications.
    List of NSF REUs
    
  • Library Research - Choosing a Research Topic
    One of your biggest jobs will be choosing a topic for your senior project. Paige Mann, our science librarian, is planning to run some sessions in the library about how to choose a topic and find good references. The link below gives you access to the research guide she has already prepared.
    Library Research Guide
    You should also be talking to your professors about what topics they are excited to advise. Many of them have sample papers, books, or ideas to get you started.
  • After you Graduate
    What are your plans after you graduate? I know it is scary to think about graduating, but it is a good idea to start gathering information about what you might want to do after you graduate. Click the links below to learn more.
    Graduate School
    If you are thinking about graduate school you should think about:
    
    Researching Graduate Programs - This is the official AMS with information about mathematics graduate schools. The like for finding a graduate program is especially helpful!
    Taking the GRE General Test - Almost all schools require this. It is offered
    Taking the GRE Math Subject Test - Most math graduate schools will want you to take this exam. It is only offered a few times each year and you should plan to take it as early as possible (September of your senior year)
    Preparing your Graduate School Applications - Each school will have different application requirements so start a careful list of what will be required.
    
    Teaching
    Are you planning on becoming a teacher? Here are some helpful links:
    COMING SOON!
    Finding a Job as a Mathematician
    Are you planning to apply for jobs outside of teaching? Here are some helpful links:
    COMING SOON!
    Writing a Resume
    You should start writing your resume now. Here are some things to keep in mind:
    
    What you include in your resume depends on the job. Engineering jobs will want to know all about your programming and research experience while teaching jobs will want to hear about your tutoring and teaching experience.
    You usually keep a resume length to one page, although sometimes they are longer.
    Make sure to list all of your scholarships, awards, achievements, and leadership roles.
    MORE TO COME.
    Deadlines for Next Year
    FALL 2014 - Go to the registrar for a graduation check.
    
• Additional Info
  
  Here are additional notes and links that might help during the semester:
  Coming soon!