For the Mathematics Department at UT Austin to be a key player in addressing societal and technological needs on a national level it must maintain strength in the core areas such as its research and instructional programs while simultaneously encouraging the development of interdisciplinary ventures which draw upon those strengths. It must also be effective at capturing the talent of all students.
What has led to the success of UT at Austin Mathematics Department Program?
- Integrating their research and institutional programs through the Emerging Scholars Program (ESP);
- Having a Mexican American professor and department head who has remained committed to educating Hispanics in mathematics and training them to become teachers; and
- Developing a teacher certification program and integrates students’ learning and teaching experiences with the school of education through the UTeach program.
