Department of Mathematics and Statistics

A Second Chance: Mathematics Alumna Calculates Her Own Path to Success

For recent graduate and future high school math teacher Taylor Anderson, the journey is the destination.

Rose of Sharon shrub blooms outside of Kendall Hall

Fond Farewell: Passing of Retired Mathematics Professor Larry Dion

Mathematics and statistics professor Larry Dion will be remembered for his commitment and generosity.

Kris Walker poses and smiles in his home with a shelf full of plants behind him

Life Experiences Add Up to Success for Math Major

After traveling the world, serving in the US Army, and finally completing his college degree, Kris Walker is ready for the next stage—pursuing his PhD in statistics at Carnegie Mellon University.

The front of Kendall Hall is seen on a wintry, December day.

Worth Sharing: Downing Collaborates with His Students in ‘Wine Industry Advisor’

The following is a listing of professional achievements by Chico State faculty, staff and students. Submit your professional achievements to ucomm@csuchico.edu.

California State University, Chico selected its annual Lantis Research Chairs recipients last week from of a pool of 28 outstanding faculty applications.

Lantis Research Chairs Awarded to Two CSU, Chico Professors

One will examine juvenile salmon predation. The other will study the formation of tsunamis. Both are aimed at advancing their fields.

Ivy League Inspiration

Double-majoring in math and philosophy, first-generation student Diego Yepez highlights three Chico State professors as beacons of inspiration that led to his honored acceptance into Harvard.

Jongwoo Choi and faculty Kevin McGown work out math problems on a white board.

Curiosity Fuels Math Major’s History-Making Success: Jongwoo Choi goes above and beyond to make the most of his education

Jongwoo Choi is setting records at Chico State through his accomplishments in the mathematics major, all as a result of Choi seeking out the answer to a simple question: "why?"