Proposals
Below are some proposals for talks from the past (and current). By clicking on the ID number, more details are shown. By default, these are sorted chronologically (recent first) and by then by last name. The data can be sorted by alternate means by using the links at the top right, each allowing ascending or descending orders.
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191
Year: 2007
Name: Mark Mills
Institution: Central College
Subject area(s):
Title of Talk: What I did on my sabbatical: Experiencing the "real world"
Abstract: In an effort to gain some "real world" experience with mathematics and statistics during my sabbatical this year, I have been working at a local windows manufacturer doing a number of things that involve mathematical and statistical thinking. This talk will describe some of the things I have been doing, as well as some of the things I have learned through the experience. I will also discuss how I went about setting-up this experience, how I think my employer perceives my experiences, and how I expect this to be something that lasts beyond this year.
Year: 2007
Name: Mark Mills
Institution: Central College
Subject area(s):
Title of Talk: What I did on my sabbatical: Experiencing the "real world"
Abstract: In an effort to gain some "real world" experience with mathematics and statistics during my sabbatical this year, I have been working at a local windows manufacturer doing a number of things that involve mathematical and statistical thinking. This talk will describe some of the things I have been doing, as well as some of the things I have learned through the experience. I will also discuss how I went about setting-up this experience, how I think my employer perceives my experiences, and how I expect this to be something that lasts beyond this year.
ID:
199
Year: 2007
Name: Mark Mills
Institution: Central College
Subject area(s):
Title of Talk: An algorithm for creating "equal" regions
Abstract: This talk will discuss an algorithm that is still in development. The goal of the algorithm is to take a large area that has been broken up into counties and use some quantifiable information for each county (e.g., population) to create a given number of geographically compact regions having relatively equal quantities. The speaker will discuss the evolution of the algorithm from first being a greedy algorithm to now being what you might call an "altruistic" algorithm.
Year: 2007
Name: Mark Mills
Institution: Central College
Subject area(s):
Title of Talk: An algorithm for creating "equal" regions
Abstract: This talk will discuss an algorithm that is still in development. The goal of the algorithm is to take a large area that has been broken up into counties and use some quantifiable information for each county (e.g., population) to create a given number of geographically compact regions having relatively equal quantities. The speaker will discuss the evolution of the algorithm from first being a greedy algorithm to now being what you might call an "altruistic" algorithm.
ID:
264
Year: 2009
Name: Catherine Miller and Megan Balong
Institution: University of Northern Iowa
Subject area(s): Mathematics Education
Title of Talk: An overview of Mathematics in the Iowa Core Curriculum
Abstract: Information about the Iowa Core Curriculum's mathematics component will be shared. Focus will be on the grades 9-12 component as it is to be implemented in Iowa classrooms first. We will also discuss some ways in which the Iowa Core Curriculum may affect college mathematics curriculum and instruction.
Year: 2009
Name: Catherine Miller and Megan Balong
Institution: University of Northern Iowa
Subject area(s): Mathematics Education
Title of Talk: An overview of Mathematics in the Iowa Core Curriculum
Abstract: Information about the Iowa Core Curriculum's mathematics component will be shared. Focus will be on the grades 9-12 component as it is to be implemented in Iowa classrooms first. We will also discuss some ways in which the Iowa Core Curriculum may affect college mathematics curriculum and instruction.
ID:
514
Year: 2018
Name: Brittney Miller
Institution: Coe College
Subject area(s):
Title of Talk: Using Playdough and 3D Prints to Visualize Volumes
Abstract: Using two-dimensional images to visualize three-dimensional objects can be challenging. Instead, playdough and 3D prints can help us better understand different shapes and their cross sections. Let’s have some fun with these physical representations of objects to more clearly illustrate and help our students learn how to, for example, set up volume integrals.
Year: 2018
Name: Brittney Miller
Institution: Coe College
Subject area(s):
Title of Talk: Using Playdough and 3D Prints to Visualize Volumes
Abstract: Using two-dimensional images to visualize three-dimensional objects can be challenging. Instead, playdough and 3D prints can help us better understand different shapes and their cross sections. Let’s have some fun with these physical representations of objects to more clearly illustrate and help our students learn how to, for example, set up volume integrals.
ID:
211
Year: 2007
Name: Rana Mikkelson
Institution: Iowa State University
Subject area(s):
Title of Talk: An Introduction to Minimum Rank of a Graph
Abstract: Given a graph, we can associate a set of matrices therewith: the set of all symmetric matrices A over R where aij = 0 ? G has an edge between vertex i and j . We define the minimum rank of a graph is then the minimum among the ranks of all the matrices in this set. There is no one easy formula for computing this value given any graph, but for certain types graphs we can find the minimum rank exactly, and for others we can at least determine a few bounds. This talk introduces the topic and begins to explore the known results.
Year: 2007
Name: Rana Mikkelson
Institution: Iowa State University
Subject area(s):
Title of Talk: An Introduction to Minimum Rank of a Graph
Abstract: Given a graph, we can associate a set of matrices therewith: the set of all symmetric matrices A over R where aij = 0 ? G has an edge between vertex i and j . We define the minimum rank of a graph is then the minimum among the ranks of all the matrices in this set. There is no one easy formula for computing this value given any graph, but for certain types graphs we can find the minimum rank exactly, and for others we can at least determine a few bounds. This talk introduces the topic and begins to explore the known results.
ID:
111
Year: 2005
Name: Kristen Meyer
Institution: Iowa State University
Subject area(s): Cryptography
Title of Talk: Message Authentication Codes and Quasigroups
Abstract: Message Authentication Codes, or MACs, are commonly used cryptographic tools to ensure that a message has not been changed in transit. MACs can be constructed from a variety of mathematical structures and in a variety of ways. In this talk, I will describe a new MAC (called QMAC) which is based on the non-associativity of quasigroups. In order to obtain security against forgeries, quasigroups of large order must be used. I will also discuss how to create and represent such quasigroups.
Year: 2005
Name: Kristen Meyer
Institution: Iowa State University
Subject area(s): Cryptography
Title of Talk: Message Authentication Codes and Quasigroups
Abstract: Message Authentication Codes, or MACs, are commonly used cryptographic tools to ensure that a message has not been changed in transit. MACs can be constructed from a variety of mathematical structures and in a variety of ways. In this talk, I will describe a new MAC (called QMAC) which is based on the non-associativity of quasigroups. In order to obtain security against forgeries, quasigroups of large order must be used. I will also discuss how to create and represent such quasigroups.
ID:
412
Year: 2014
Name: Jonas Meyer
Institution: Loras College
Subject area(s): functional analysis, complex variables
Title of Talk: Interplay between function theory and Hilbert space
Abstract: Some classic results in Hilbert space theory are best described through the lens of functions of a complex variable, and vice versa. This survey talk will focus on some examples of that interplay, including how invariant subspaces of some operators on Hilbert space can be described using complex functions, and how Hilbert space theory can be used to prove results on interpolation with analytic functions.
Year: 2014
Name: Jonas Meyer
Institution: Loras College
Subject area(s): functional analysis, complex variables
Title of Talk: Interplay between function theory and Hilbert space
Abstract: Some classic results in Hilbert space theory are best described through the lens of functions of a complex variable, and vice versa. This survey talk will focus on some examples of that interplay, including how invariant subspaces of some operators on Hilbert space can be described using complex functions, and how Hilbert space theory can be used to prove results on interpolation with analytic functions.
ID:
425
Year: 2015
Name: Jonas Meyer
Institution: Loras College
Subject area(s): Education, Math problem solving, Networking
Title of Talk: Starting a Math Teachers' Circle in Dubuque
Abstract: Math Teachers' Circles are "professional communities centered on mathematics," in which professors and middle school math teachers come together to solve mathematics problems, discuss teaching, and more. The presenter worked with colleagues in Dubuque to start a Math Teachers' Circle this year. He'll provide an overview of what MTCs are, then discuss our Circle, including what we've done so far, our hopes for the near future, and examples of some of the problems and activities we've done.
Year: 2015
Name: Jonas Meyer
Institution: Loras College
Subject area(s): Education, Math problem solving, Networking
Title of Talk: Starting a Math Teachers' Circle in Dubuque
Abstract: Math Teachers' Circles are "professional communities centered on mathematics," in which professors and middle school math teachers come together to solve mathematics problems, discuss teaching, and more. The presenter worked with colleagues in Dubuque to start a Math Teachers' Circle this year. He'll provide an overview of what MTCs are, then discuss our Circle, including what we've done so far, our hopes for the near future, and examples of some of the problems and activities we've done.
ID:
122
Year: 2005
Name: Monica Meissen
Institution: Clarke College
Subject area(s):
Title of Talk: Factoring Trinomials with Less Struggling and More Success!
Abstract: This talk will publicize a surprisingly underutilized technique of factoring trinomials which is based on
Year: 2005
Name: Monica Meissen
Institution: Clarke College
Subject area(s):
Title of Talk: Factoring Trinomials with Less Struggling and More Success!
Abstract: This talk will publicize a surprisingly underutilized technique of factoring trinomials which is based on
ID:
243
Year: 2008
Name: Monica Meissen
Institution: Clarke College
Subject area(s):
Title of Talk: Using Artificial Intelligence in the Teaching of Algebra and Precalculus
Abstract: Clarke College has been using software developed by Hawkes Learning to teach their Elementary Algebra, Intermediate Algebra and Precalculus courses with great success, especially during the current academic year. In addition to giving a demonstration of the software, Monica will describe how using Hawkes' products has helped with student placement and success in the classroom.
Year: 2008
Name: Monica Meissen
Institution: Clarke College
Subject area(s):
Title of Talk: Using Artificial Intelligence in the Teaching of Algebra and Precalculus
Abstract: Clarke College has been using software developed by Hawkes Learning to teach their Elementary Algebra, Intermediate Algebra and Precalculus courses with great success, especially during the current academic year. In addition to giving a demonstration of the software, Monica will describe how using Hawkes' products has helped with student placement and success in the classroom.
ID:
520
Year: 2018
Name: Laura McCauley
Institution: Peru State College
Subject area(s): Graph Theory
Title of Talk: Spot It! with Combinatorics
Abstract: The game of Spot It! consists of 55 game cards, each card has 8 symbols, and each pair of cards has exactly one symbol in common. The idea is to 'spot' the match on your card before the other players 'spot' their match. There are many ways to approach the mathematics behind designing a game of Spot It!. Different fields of mathematics are considered and applied to the problem, ultimately resulting in a beautiful interconnectedness within concepts of Combinatorics.
Year: 2018
Name: Laura McCauley
Institution: Peru State College
Subject area(s): Graph Theory
Title of Talk: Spot It! with Combinatorics
Abstract: The game of Spot It! consists of 55 game cards, each card has 8 symbols, and each pair of cards has exactly one symbol in common. The idea is to 'spot' the match on your card before the other players 'spot' their match. There are many ways to approach the mathematics behind designing a game of Spot It!. Different fields of mathematics are considered and applied to the problem, ultimately resulting in a beautiful interconnectedness within concepts of Combinatorics.
ID:
110
Year: 2005
Name: Jenelle McAtee
Institution: University of Iowa
Subject area(s): knot theory, differential geometry
Title of Talk: Knots of Constant Curvature
Abstract: In this paper, we use the method of Richard Koch and Christoph Engelhardt to construct many knots of constant curvature.
Year: 2005
Name: Jenelle McAtee
Institution: University of Iowa
Subject area(s): knot theory, differential geometry
Title of Talk: Knots of Constant Curvature
Abstract: In this paper, we use the method of Richard Koch and Christoph Engelhardt to construct many knots of constant curvature.
ID:
271
Year: 2009
Name: Aba Mbirika
Institution: University of Iowa
Subject area(s):
Title of Talk: Cool combinatorics arising on a cohomology hunt!
Abstract: Can cool combinatorics arise in a hunt for the cohomology ring of a variety? Yes indeed! In 1992, De Mari, Proces, and Shayman introduce Hessenberg varieties. These are a natural generalization of the famed Springer variety. Much is known about the cohomology ring of the Springer variety, but little is known in the case of a general Hessenberg. We provide a step in this direction by inspecting a certain subfamily of Hessenbergs called the Peterson variety. We conjecture that the cohomology ring of a Peterson variety has the presentation of a graded quotient of a polynomial ring modulo a special ideal with very nice combinatorial properties. Along the way, cute combinatorics pops up in the form of Dyck paths, Catalan numbers, etc. We also discuss tantalizing recent work that might help confirm our conjecture.
Year: 2009
Name: Aba Mbirika
Institution: University of Iowa
Subject area(s):
Title of Talk: Cool combinatorics arising on a cohomology hunt!
Abstract: Can cool combinatorics arise in a hunt for the cohomology ring of a variety? Yes indeed! In 1992, De Mari, Proces, and Shayman introduce Hessenberg varieties. These are a natural generalization of the famed Springer variety. Much is known about the cohomology ring of the Springer variety, but little is known in the case of a general Hessenberg. We provide a step in this direction by inspecting a certain subfamily of Hessenbergs called the Peterson variety. We conjecture that the cohomology ring of a Peterson variety has the presentation of a graded quotient of a polynomial ring modulo a special ideal with very nice combinatorial properties. Along the way, cute combinatorics pops up in the form of Dyck paths, Catalan numbers, etc. We also discuss tantalizing recent work that might help confirm our conjecture.
ID:
521
Year: 2018
Name: Amanda Matson
Institution: Clarke University
Subject area(s):
Title of Talk: MAAthfest Roundup
Abstract: Bringing MAAthfest to Iowa, Dr. Matson will recap some of the happenings at MAAthfest and invite others to build on that information.
Year: 2018
Name: Amanda Matson
Institution: Clarke University
Subject area(s):
Title of Talk: MAAthfest Roundup
Abstract: Bringing MAAthfest to Iowa, Dr. Matson will recap some of the happenings at MAAthfest and invite others to build on that information.
ID:
528
Year: 2019
Name: Amanda Matson
Institution: Clarke University
Subject area(s):
Title of Talk: MAAthfest Roundup
Abstract: Dr. Matson will be sharing tips and tricks picked up at MAA's Mathfest. Come listen to what was gained and share your own ideas.
Year: 2019
Name: Amanda Matson
Institution: Clarke University
Subject area(s):
Title of Talk: MAAthfest Roundup
Abstract: Dr. Matson will be sharing tips and tricks picked up at MAA's Mathfest. Come listen to what was gained and share your own ideas.
ID:
573
Year: 2021
Name: Amanda Matson
Institution: Clarke University
Subject area(s):
Title of Talk: Smiling While Grading: A Pursuit of a Paradox
Abstract: Dr. Matson will share the outcomes-based approach developed jointly with Dr. Kingston that ended with smiling while grading.
Year: 2021
Name: Amanda Matson
Institution: Clarke University
Subject area(s):
Title of Talk: Smiling While Grading: A Pursuit of a Paradox
Abstract: Dr. Matson will share the outcomes-based approach developed jointly with Dr. Kingston that ended with smiling while grading.
ID:
361
Year: 2013
Name: Amanda Matson
Institution: Clarke University
Subject area(s): active learning, IBL, calculus
Title of Talk: IBL, Calculus, and Pens
Abstract: After attending the IBL Workshop this summer, I got inspired to incorporate parts of an IBL atmosphere in my general education differential calculus course. Here I will convey the things that worked and some of the things that didn't work as well as they could have.
Year: 2013
Name: Amanda Matson
Institution: Clarke University
Subject area(s): active learning, IBL, calculus
Title of Talk: IBL, Calculus, and Pens
Abstract: After attending the IBL Workshop this summer, I got inspired to incorporate parts of an IBL atmosphere in my general education differential calculus course. Here I will convey the things that worked and some of the things that didn't work as well as they could have.
ID:
453
Year: 2016
Name: Amanda Matson
Institution: Clarke University
Subject area(s):
Title of Talk: Let's Do Some Math
Abstract: I will bring some fun math problems that we can dig into for no better reason than to do some math.
Year: 2016
Name: Amanda Matson
Institution: Clarke University
Subject area(s):
Title of Talk: Let's Do Some Math
Abstract: I will bring some fun math problems that we can dig into for no better reason than to do some math.
ID:
471
Year: 2017
Name: Amanda Matson
Institution: Clarke University
Subject area(s):
Title of Talk: Mathfest and Beyond!
Abstract: In this talk, Dr. Matson will be sharing insights she picked up at Mathfest and welcome participants to also share teaching tidbits/professional advice they gleaned from attending Mathfest.
Year: 2017
Name: Amanda Matson
Institution: Clarke University
Subject area(s):
Title of Talk: Mathfest and Beyond!
Abstract: In this talk, Dr. Matson will be sharing insights she picked up at Mathfest and welcome participants to also share teaching tidbits/professional advice they gleaned from attending Mathfest.
ID:
322
Year: 2012
Name: Neil Martinsen-Burrell
Institution: Wartburg College
Subject area(s): teaching introductory statistics
Title of Talk: Teaching Introductory Statistics: An Impostor's Perspective
Abstract: I am not a statistician, but I do play one at my institution. This talk will reflect on an applied mathematician's experience teaching many, many sections of introductory statistics over the past six years. I will discuss challenges that a mathematician may face when teaching statistics, lessons I have learned, and helpful (and unhelpful) resources.
Year: 2012
Name: Neil Martinsen-Burrell
Institution: Wartburg College
Subject area(s): teaching introductory statistics
Title of Talk: Teaching Introductory Statistics: An Impostor's Perspective
Abstract: I am not a statistician, but I do play one at my institution. This talk will reflect on an applied mathematician's experience teaching many, many sections of introductory statistics over the past six years. I will discuss challenges that a mathematician may face when teaching statistics, lessons I have learned, and helpful (and unhelpful) resources.