Mathematical Sciences - Colloquium

Jim Hirstein
Professor & Chair, 
Department of Mathematical Sciences
University of Montana

Where has Geometry Gone?

Do today's mathematics students learn enough geometry to succeed in later courses?

What is the role of geometry in today's mathematics curriculum?

What do we lose if geometry is gone?

Some history, some data, some opinions, and some suggestions.

Thursday, 22 February 2001
4:10 p.m. in Math 109
Coffee/treats at 3:30 p.m. Math 104 (Lounge)


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