Our department features an effective learning environment with close interactions
between students and our knowledgeable faculty in addition to opportunities for undergraduate
research and internships. Our students have options of a Mathematics major as well as concentrations within
Actuarial Science, Data Science, Mathematics Education, or Statistics that prepare
them for a variety of career possibilities or for graduate study in mathematics.
The Department of Mathematics and Statistics is committed to delivering excellent
instruction in a student-centered environment to promote life-long learning and a
deep understanding of theoretical and applied mathematics. Our goal is to provide
students with a foundational knowledge that prepares them for a wide range of mathematics-based
careers or graduate programs.
Vision Statement
We will develop our students’ abstract and logical thinking, oral and written communication
skills, and ability to apply quantitative techniques to solve real world problems.
This goal will be achieved through transformative experiences inside and outside of
the classroom.
Degrees Offered
Students pursuing a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Mathematics may choose from five
concentrations: Mathematics, Mathematics Education, Statistics, Actuarial Science, and Data Science. We also have four minors in Mathematics, Actuarial Science, Applied Statistics, and Data Science.
We offer several master's degree programs: both an M.S. and PSM degrees inPredictive Analyticsand Mathematical Finance, and an M.S. in Mathematics Instruction.
The study of mathematics enhances critical thinking skills and provides an excellent
background for a career in most any field, including science, engineering, education,
law, and medicine. Let the Mathematics faculty at Austin Peay help you prepare for
the career of your choice!
Mackenzie Carr 2023 Drane Award and Madame Governor Recipient
Mackenzie Carr earned multiple prestigious awards before graduating in May 2023. Mackenzie,
who majored in mathematics with a concentration in actuarial science, received the
Drane Award for her excellent character, scholarship, leadership, and service to APSU.
The Madame Governor Award was also bestowed on Mackenzie for her outstanding service
and achievement. Additionally, our department chose Mackenzie for the Nell Rayburn
High Impact Practice Award after her participation in study abroad and internship
programs. Mackenize plans to follow these amazing achievement by beginning a career
in Atlanta with Aetna, a CVS Health Company, as an Actuarial Analyst.
Malori Hales
Alumni (2018), Data Analyst at Nissan
I can honestly say that studying mathematics has been such a wonderful and fulfilling
experience so far. My professors and my peers in the Math department have made a huge
impact on my success during my time at APSU.
Holly Carter
Alumni (2022), Operations Analyst
My four years in the math department at APSU were invaluable. I was supported by faculty
who sincerely cared about my success. I didn't know I could conduct research as a
math major, but by the time I graduated, I had presented at prestigious conferences
and won multiple research awards with Dr. Fox's help. There are not enough words to
describe how great the math department at APSU is!
Sara Grey
Alumni (2020), Current Graduate Student, Math Teacher at Rossview High School
Before transferring to APSU I had so much doubt in my ability to pursue a degree in
Math. But everyone in this department has helped me build my confidence and made me
feel like I'm on the right path! I know my academic success would not be possible
without this encouraging community of professors and peers.
Zane Celmer
Alumni (2019), Software Engineer
When I started at APSU, I was not a mathematics major. After spending some time with
some of the faculty and realizing I had a passion for mathematics, I decided to pursue
it. The professors here genuinely care about your success, and are willing to push
you beyond the coursework if you have the desire to learn more.
Kindyl King
Alumni (2018), Ph.D. Student at Purdue University
The research experience I have gained at APSU could not be matched by any other university.
Austin Peay provided me multiple opportunities to do interesting research, to present
my work at conferences, and to work with very knowledgeable professors to publish
papers.
Emily Teti
Alumni (2017), Postdoctoral Researcher at Los Alamos National Laboratory
I have been able to accomplish things at APSU that wouldn't have been possible without
the overwhelming support of the math department, between the funding to study abroad
and present research at conferences, writing countless letters of recommendation,
and simply being a source of constant encouragement.
Angeline Rinehart
Alumni (2020), Data Scientist at Ascension
I've been pushed out of my comfort zone and accomplished things I didn't previously
think I could do through the constant support and encouragement from my professors
and fellow students while here at APSU. I am confident that the knowledge and skills
that I've acquired is preparing me for the next step of going to graduate school.
Malori Hales
Alumni (2018), Data Analyst at Nissan
I can honestly say that studying mathematics has been such a wonderful and fulfilling
experience so far. My professors and my peers in the Math department have made a huge
impact on my success during my time at APSU.
Holly Carter
Alumni (2022), Operations Analyst
My four years in the math department at APSU were invaluable. I was supported by faculty
who sincerely cared about my success. I didn't know I could conduct research as a
math major, but by the time I graduated, I had presented at prestigious conferences
and won multiple research awards with Dr. Fox's help. There are not enough words to
describe how great the math department at APSU is!
Sara Grey
Alumni (2020), Current Graduate Student, Math Teacher at Rossview High School
Before transferring to APSU I had so much doubt in my ability to pursue a degree in
Math. But everyone in this department has helped me build my confidence and made me
feel like I'm on the right path! I know my academic success would not be possible
without this encouraging community of professors and peers.
Zane Celmer
Alumni (2019), Software Engineer
When I started at APSU, I was not a mathematics major. After spending some time with
some of the faculty and realizing I had a passion for mathematics, I decided to pursue
it. The professors here genuinely care about your success, and are willing to push
you beyond the coursework if you have the desire to learn more.
Kindyl King
Alumni (2018), Ph.D. Student at Purdue University
The research experience I have gained at APSU could not be matched by any other university.
Austin Peay provided me multiple opportunities to do interesting research, to present
my work at conferences, and to work with very knowledgeable professors to publish
papers.
Emily Teti
Alumni (2017), Postdoctoral Researcher at Los Alamos National Laboratory
I have been able to accomplish things at APSU that wouldn't have been possible without
the overwhelming support of the math department, between the funding to study abroad
and present research at conferences, writing countless letters of recommendation,
and simply being a source of constant encouragement.
Angeline Rinehart
Alumni (2020), Data Scientist at Ascension
I've been pushed out of my comfort zone and accomplished things I didn't previously
think I could do through the constant support and encouragement from my professors
and fellow students while here at APSU. I am confident that the knowledge and skills
that I've acquired is preparing me for the next step of going to graduate school.
Malori Hales
Alumni (2018), Data Analyst at Nissan
I can honestly say that studying mathematics has been such a wonderful and fulfilling
experience so far. My professors and my peers in the Math department have made a huge
impact on my success during my time at APSU.
What Will I Learn?
The Bachelor of Science Degree in Mathematics consists of either the Mathematics major
or four different concentrations: Mathematics Education, Statistics, Actuarial Science,
and Data Science. See below for the core class requirements for the Mathematics major,
which are required classes for all concentrations, or go to our Majors and Concentrations page for more information on further requirements for each concentration.
MATH 1910 - Calculus I
4
MATH 1920 - Calculus II
4
MATH 2110 - Calculus III
4
MATH 3010 - Introduction to Mathematical Reasoning
3
MATH 3450 - Linear Algebra
3
MATH 4240 - Introduction to Probability
3
MATH 4450 - Introduction to Mathematical Modeling
3
MATH 4810 - Senior Seminar
1
25 hours
What Do Math Majors Do After Graduation?
Mathematics and Statistics majors go on to pursue many different career paths:
Actuary
Computer Programmer
Data Scientist
Financial Analyst
Fraud Investigator
Government Statistician
High School or Middle School Math Teacher
Insurance Risk Manager
Market Research Analyst
Math Education Researcher
Math Professor at a University or Community College
NSA Intelligence Officer
Operations Research Analyst
Sports Analytics Statistician
Contact Us
Department of Mathematics and Statistics Maynard Mathematics and Computer Science Building Room 205 931-221-7833
Dr. Jackie Vogel Mathematics Education Professor and Department Chair
Dr. Matthew Jones Statistics Professor and Graduate Coordinator (Predictive Analytics)
Dr. Ramanjit Sahi Mathematics Professor and Graduate Coordinator (Mathematical Finance)
Dr. Jennifer Yantz Mathematics Professor and Graduate Coordinator (Mathematics Instruction)
Dr. Audrey Bullock Mathematics Education Associate Professor and Coordinator for Secondary Mathematics
Dr. Audrey Bullock received the 2024 Tenured Faculty Award for Excellence in Teaching.
Her excellence not only inside the classroom, but also through her work in curriculum
development, pedagogical research, and mentorship of future educators earned Dr. Bullock
this terrific honor!
Tate Williams completed his mathematics degree at APSU in 2022 with a concentration
in actuarial science. While at Austin Peay, he conducted undergraduate research within
predictive analytics in baseball while working as an analytics intern for the APSU
baseball team and two minor league baseball teams during summer breaks. Tate is currently
studying sports analytics at the graduate level at Syracuse University before combining
to his passions of statistics and baseball into a career in baseball analytics.
Meet Emily Teti
Emily Teti completed her bachelor's degree at APSU in 2017 with an accomplished record
that included participating in an REU at Virginia Tech, completing a summer abroad
program in Budapest, and earning the Drane Award as the top graduating senior at APSU.
Emily is now Dr. Teti after recently completing her Ph.D. in Cognitive Psychology
at Florida Atlantic University, where she has studied machine learning and artificial
intelligence. Dr. Teti has since begun a three-year Post Doctoral Researcher position
at the Los Alamos National Laboratory.
Meet Holly Carter
Holly Carter graduated in 2022 with a mathematics degree after having an excellent
track record in undergraduate research. This was highlighted by earning the department's
Nell Rayburn High Impact Practice Award and a Patterson Prize for an outstanding student
presentation at an MAA Southeast Section Conference. Holly worked on multiple research
projects in the area of graph theory, and has submitted a research paper to be published
in an undergraduate research journal. Holly is now an Operations Analyst at Providence Consulting & Design in Gallatin.
Meet Dejah Reed
Dejah Reed earned her degree in Mathematics from APSU in Spring 2022 along with a
minor in Studio Art. After gaining experience in the banking industry, Dejah is now
a Data Research Analyst at S&P Global. This is a Fortune 500 company who is a global
leader in financial information and analytics.
Meet Tate Williams
Tate Williams completed his mathematics degree at APSU in 2022 with a concentration
in actuarial science. While at Austin Peay, he conducted undergraduate research within
predictive analytics in baseball while working as an analytics intern for the APSU
baseball team and two minor league baseball teams during summer breaks. Tate is currently
studying sports analytics at the graduate level at Syracuse University before combining
to his passions of statistics and baseball into a career in baseball analytics.
Meet Emily Teti
Emily Teti completed her bachelor's degree at APSU in 2017 with an accomplished record
that included participating in an REU at Virginia Tech, completing a summer abroad
program in Budapest, and earning the Drane Award as the top graduating senior at APSU.
Emily is now Dr. Teti after recently completing her Ph.D. in Cognitive Psychology
at Florida Atlantic University, where she has studied machine learning and artificial
intelligence. Dr. Teti has since begun a three-year Post Doctoral Researcher position
at the Los Alamos National Laboratory.
Meet Holly Carter
Holly Carter graduated in 2022 with a mathematics degree after having an excellent
track record in undergraduate research. This was highlighted by earning the department's
Nell Rayburn High Impact Practice Award and a Patterson Prize for an outstanding student
presentation at an MAA Southeast Section Conference. Holly worked on multiple research
projects in the area of graph theory, and has submitted a research paper to be published
in an undergraduate research journal. Holly is now an Operations Analyst at Providence Consulting & Design in Gallatin.
Meet Dejah Reed
Dejah Reed earned her degree in Mathematics from APSU in Spring 2022 along with a
minor in Studio Art. After gaining experience in the banking industry, Dejah is now
a Data Research Analyst at S&P Global. This is a Fortune 500 company who is a global
leader in financial information and analytics.
Meet Tate Williams
Tate Williams completed his mathematics degree at APSU in 2022 with a concentration
in actuarial science. While at Austin Peay, he conducted undergraduate research within
predictive analytics in baseball while working as an analytics intern for the APSU
baseball team and two minor league baseball teams during summer breaks. Tate is currently
studying sports analytics at the graduate level at Syracuse University before combining
to his passions of statistics and baseball into a career in baseball analytics.
Meet Emily Teti
Emily Teti completed her bachelor's degree at APSU in 2017 with an accomplished record
that included participating in an REU at Virginia Tech, completing a summer abroad
program in Budapest, and earning the Drane Award as the top graduating senior at APSU.
Emily is now Dr. Teti after recently completing her Ph.D. in Cognitive Psychology
at Florida Atlantic University, where she has studied machine learning and artificial
intelligence. Dr. Teti has since begun a three-year Post Doctoral Researcher position
at the Los Alamos National Laboratory.
