Math-Data Science Double Major
You’re drawn to patterns, clever and elegant solutions, and the ability to see the underlying order in a chaotic world. Here you’ll become an experienced problem solver fluent in the language of the universe.
Thinking About a Math Career?
Careers in MathThe Department of Mathematics takes both theoretical and applied approaches to multidisciplinary learning and research. Refine your analytical skills by strengthening your background in subject areas such as algebra, calculus, probability, combinatorics, graph theory, numerical analysis, difference equations, and dynamical systems. A degree in math will provide you with a strong foundation to enter many fields like biology, chemistry, computer science, finance, or engineering.
News and Spotlights
Association for Women in Mathematics now available at URI - KINGSTON, RI – March 19, 2025—The URI Association for Women in Mathematics (AWM) hosted its inaugural event on February 3, with guest speaker Dr. Sarah Olson, a URI alum. The AWM was founded in 1971 by a group of women… 
You are Invited to the 15th Annual URI Calc-Bowl! - The URI Calc-Bowl is back in Spring 2025. Calc-Bowl is a lively playoff competition between teams to test the teams’ math knowledge. Pre-calculus and calculus questions are presented in multiple-choice format. There will be 10-15 teams consisting of three to… 
Congratulations Professors Wu and Kinnersley! - Congratulations to Professors Li Wu and Bill Kinnersley on their 2024 Recognition of Excellence: Student Learning Outcomes Assessment. Professors Wu and Kinnersley are recognized for their outstanding work in learning outcomes assessment on behalf of the Mathematics BA/BS program during… 
Don’t Shy Away from Math - Here is the story of Jonah Coppolelli, our Applied Mathematics major, and his relationship with mathematics in his own words. "My name is Jonah Coppolelli, and I am a senior dual majoring in Applied Mathematics and Mechanical Engineering. I am… 
AWM URI Inaugural Event - Join us on February 3rd, Monday, at 2:00pm, Lippitt Hall 4th floor Auditorium, for an the inaugural talk: "Modeling the dynamics of centrosome movement" by Dr. Sarah Olson, Worcester Polytechnic Institute Abstract: In this talk I will first given an… 
Dr. Pengyu Liu to present at The First International On-line Knot Theory Congress - The First International On-line Knot Theory Congress takes place February 1 - 5, 2025. This conference gathers leading mathematicians in low-dimensional topology around the world such as Dr. Louis Kauffman and Dr. Edward Witten. Our faculty member Dr. Pengyu Liu…