Invited Paper Session
Part A: Saturday, August 9, 10:00 am – 11:50 am
Part B: Saturday, August 9, 3:00 pm – 5:20 pm

This invited paper session will feature leading researchers in the overlap of the fields of mathematics and the arts.  Some of the participants will describe new artworks they have created with mathematical content. Other participants will present current investigations into the mathematical content in existing artworks. Some may describe their artworks on display at the MathFest art exhibition.

Organizers:
Douglas Dunham, University of Minnesota-Duluth
Douglas Norton, Villanova University

Wednesday, August 6, 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm, Exhibit Hall A
Thursday, August 7, 9:00 pm – 6:00 pm, Exhibit Hall A
Friday, August 8, 9:00 pm – 3:30 pm, Exhibit Hall A

The first MathFest Exhibition of Mathematical Art will include up to 50 artworks contributed by mathematical artists, as well as a group display organized by the SIGMAA on Environmental Mathematics (SIGMAA EM), with a critical mass of images contributed in advance highlighting mathematics and the environment, as well as an opportunity for MAA MathFest 2025 visitors to make their own images and submit them to the display. The EM organizers have created a fun hexagonal template that invites participants to contribute to a honeycomb pattern of environmental math/art.

Organizers:
Frank Farris, Santa Clara University
Bronna Butler, B.A. Baroque Arts, LLC
Amanda Beecher, Ramapo College of New Jersey
Russ de Forest, Everly College of Science
Chris Gott, University of the Pacific
Katy Franz, Unaffiliated Mathematical Artists
Jack Love, San Francisco State University
Jeff Venrtella, Unaffiliated Mathematical Artists

Friday, August 8, 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm, Exhibit Hall A

During a closing reception for the Art Exhibition, prizes will be awarded for exceptional artwork in the exhibit.

Organizers:
Frank Farris, Golden Section of the MAA
Doug Dunham, SIGMAA ARTS

Contributed Paper Session

The growing complexity of open-ended problems in business, industry, and government can be daunting, but applied mathematicians, operations researchers, and engineers tackle these challenges daily. This session invites presenters to share real-world problem-solving examples, showcasing both successful applications and unresolved issues. Presentations will foster collaboration and inspire future solutions. BIG SIGMAA membership is not required to participate.

Organizers:
Mihhail Berezovski, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Vinodh Kumar Chellamuthu, Utah Tech University
Namyong Lee, Minnesota State University Mankato

This event will be the annual reception and business meeting, followed by our Guest Lecture. This year’s Guest Lecturer will be Professor Suzanne Sindi, of the University of California, Merced.

Organizers:
Meredith Greer, Bates College
Tim Comar, Self-employed

Invited Paper Session
Saturday, August 9, 2:00 pm – 5:50 pm

Mathematical and computational biology encompasses a diverse range of biological phenomena and quantitative methods for exploring those phenomena. The pace of research at this junction continues to accelerate and substantial advancements in problems from gene regulation, genomics, phylogenetics, RNA folding, evolution, infectious disease dynamics, neuroscience, growth and control of populations, ecological networks, drug resistance modeling, and medical breakthroughs related to cancer therapies have increasingly ensued from utilizing mathematical and computational approaches. Our session on current trends will sample from this diversity of important questions from biology and medicine and their mathematical treatments, with a goal of maximizing the range of topics and research methods presented at the session. Mathematical approaches will include deterministic and stochastic continuous dynamical models, as well as finite dynamical systems and combinatorial and algebraic methods.

Organizers: 
Timothy Comar, Self-Employed
Anne Yust, University of Pittsburgh
Erin Bodine, Rhodes College

Contributed Paper Session

Two SIGMAAs join to host an important shared session.  Environmental and biological challenges continue to play major roles in our society and students are increasingly concerned.

Organizers:
Timothy Comar, Self-Employed
Rania Robeva, Randolph-Macon College
Anne Yust, University of Pittsburgh
Eric Marland Marland, Appalachian State University

Join us for the SIGMAA on Environmental Mathematics business meeting and Guest Lecture by Alan Hastings, Distinguished Professor of Environmental Science and Policy at UC Davis.

Organizers:
Russ deForest, Pennsylvania State University
Eric Marland, Appalachian State University
Amanda Beecher, Ramapo College of New Jersey
Kevin Murphy, Dominican University

Wednesday, August 6, 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm, Exhibit Hall A
Thursday, August 7, 9:00 pm – 6:00 pm, Exhibit Hall A
Friday, August 8, 9:00 pm – 3:30 pm, Exhibit Hall A

The first MathFest Exhibition of Mathematical Art will include up to 50 artworks contributed by mathematical artists, as well as a group display organized by the SIGMAA on Environmental Mathematics (SIGMAA EM), with a critical mass of images contributed in advance highlighting mathematics and the environment, as well as an opportunity for MAA MathFest 2025 visitors to make their own images and submit them to the display. The EM organizers have created a fun hexagonal template that invites participants to contribute to a honeycomb pattern of environmental math/art.

Organizers:
Frank Farris, Santa Clara University
Bronna Butler, B.A. Baroque Arts, LLC
Amanda Beecher, Ramapo College of New Jersey
Russ de Forest, Everly College of Science
Chris Gott, University of the Pacific
Katy Franz, Unaffiliated Mathematical Artists
Jack Love, San Francisco State University
Jeff Venrtella, Unaffiliated Mathematical Artists

Contributed Paper Session

Two SIGMAAs join to host an important shared session.  Environmental and biological challenges continue to play major roles in our society and students are increasingly concerned.

Organizers:
Timothy Comar, Self-Employed
Rania Robeva, Randolph-Macon College
Anne Yust, University of Pittsburgh
Eric Marland Marland, Appalachian State University

Workshop

It is increasingly important to communicate what we do as mathematicians to non-mathematician audiences.  In addition, many of us teach mathematics applied to fields that have become conflicted for some audiences.  In this workshop, we will take the participants on a journey through a series of exercises and discussions that can enhance skills in communicating challenging topics and that will share and generate ideas for avoiding or dealing with classroom controversies.

Organizers:
Eric Marland, Appalachian State University
Russ deForest, Pennsylvania State University

Annual business meeting and guest lecture for the History of Mathematics Special Interest Group of the MAA.

Organizers:
Abe Edwards, Michigan State University
Ximena Catepillan, Millersville University

Invited Paper Session
Thursday, August 7, 2:00 pm – 5:50 pm

IHMT offered unprecedented training in history to mathematicians in the late 1990s. This session celebrates the achievements of those fellows in history of mathematics research, mathematics education research, the use of history of mathematics in teaching mathematics, and public history of mathematics. Speakers will note IHMT’s influence on their careers and discuss their own scholarship.

Organizers:
Amy Ackerberg-Hastings, MAA Convergence
Daniel Otero, Xavier University

Special Session
Friday, August 8, 4:00 pm – 5:50 pm

Based on the success of Indiana’s special session at Mathfest 2024, this session is an opportunity for individuals from other sections to share historical events, significant individuals, and key programming that contributed to their section’s development.  Talks are expected to be grounded in the historical documentation while telling compelling stories for a broad audience.

Organizers:
Grace Cook, Bloomfield College of Montclair State University
Rick Gillman, Valparaiso University

Workshop

This workshop gives participants hands-on experience with classroom materials based on primary historical sources. Participants will place themselves in the role of students as they work through guided readings and mathematical exercises based on source texts. In addition, participants will learn to implement “Reading Apprenticeship” routines, which can be used to help students improve their ability to read and understand mathematics.

Organizers:
Jennifer Clinkenbeard, California State University Monterey Bay
Abe Edwards, Michigan State University
Ken Monks, College of Southern Nevada
Daniel Otero, Xavier University
Adam Parker, Wittenberg University
Michael Saclolo, St. Edwards University
Janet Heine Barnett, Colorado State University Pueblo

Come join fellow math enthusiasts for a fun time of team trivia. Questions will focus on the history of mathematics, and mathematical connections to the Hoosiers State. Undergraduates are especially encouraged to attend, but the contest is open to everyone!

Organizers:
Ximena Catepillán, Millersville University of Pennsylvania
Abe Edwards, Michigan State University
Greg Coxson, United States Naval Academy

Participants will engage in a common reading and discussion of selections (in English translation) from the 1861 lecture notes of Karl Weierstrass (1815–1897), who formalized the concept of limit with his representation in terms of “ϵ-δ” inequalities.

Organizer:
Daniel Otero, Xavier University

Meet with IBL SIGMAA leadership and connect with other IBL enthusiasts in this interactive forum. Learn about our current programming, share ideas for future offerings, and explore ways to sustain and grow our community. This collaborative space is designed for everyone – from seasoned practitioners to those just discovering IBL. Join the conversation and help shape what’s next for IBL SIGMAA!

Organizers:
Rebekah Jones, University of Colorado Boulder
Lee Roberson, University of Colorado Boulder
Joseph Barrera, Converse University
Ana Wright, Davidson College
Vikram Kamat, Villanova University

Contributed Paper Session

The goal of Inquiry-Based Learning (IBL) is to help students develop a deep understanding of mathematical concepts and the processes of doing mathematics by engaging students directly with mathematical phenomena, questions, and communities. This session invites scholarly presentations on the use of inquiry-based and Process-Oriented Guided Inquiry Learning methods for teaching and learning.

Organizers:
Lee Roberson, University of Colorado-Boulder
Joe Barrera, Converse College
Mel Henriksen, Wentworth Institute of Technology
Mami Wentworth, Wentworth Institute of Technology
Rebekah Jones, University of Colorado-Boulder
Jessie Oehrlein, Fitchburg State University
Chris Oehrlein, Oklahoma City Community College
Katie Johnson, Florida Gulf Coast University
Kayla Heffernan, University of Pittsburgh at Greensburg

Business meeting for the MAA Special Interest Group on Math Circles for Students and Teachers

Organizers:
Sayonita Ghosh Hajra, California State University, Sacramento
Tom Stojsavljevic, Beloit College

Contributed Paper Session

Math Circles represent a promising approach to engage youth in authentic mathematical experiences. Weaving community-responsive activities into the curriculum can make learning more meaningful and empowering for students.  Presenters will describe their intended audience and showcase engaging and enjoyable Math Circle activities that leverage their students’ assets, highlighting the ways their activities are responsive to that audience.

Organizers:
Cynthia Sanchez Tapia, California State University Dominguez Hills
Alessandra Pantano, University of California Irvine
David Crombecque, American Institute of Mathematics
Tom Stojsavljevic, Beloit College
Sayonita Ghosh Hajra, California State University, Sacramento
Nick Rauh, Seattle Universal Math Museum
Jeffrey Musyt, Slippery Rock University
Lauren Rose, Bard College

SIGMAA MKT is a community for all who work on the preparation or development for teaching K-12 mathematics. Our members teach courses or conduct research that may involve examining, designing, developing, piloting, and revising tasks and curricula focused on Mathematical Knowledge for Teaching (MKT) in grades K-12. Come join us at our annual Business Meeting of the SIGMAA MKT to meet and socialize with your fellow colleagues interested in teacher preparation. This is an opportunity for those attending MathFest to hear from SIGMAA MKT leadership, contribute ideas to teacher preparation, and hear from a panel of scholars about mathematical knowledge for teaching. In this panel, we will also continue discussions about the presentations focused on MKT within the contributed paper session, Strengthening the Mathematical and Statistical Preparation of Secondary Mathematics Teachers through the Mathematical Knowledge for Teaching. All are welcome; if you are not yet a SIGMAA MKT member, please stop by and learn more!

Organizers:
Elizabeth Arnold, Montana State University
Laurie Cavey, Boise State University
Eileen Faulkenberry, Tarleton State University
Younhee Lee, Southern Connecticut State University
Cody Patterson, Texas State University

Contributed Paper Session

We live in a time of extraordinary and accelerating change where new knowledge, new technologies, and ways of doing and communicating mathematics continue to emerge and evolve.

The purpose of this session is to bring together mathematicians, statisticians, mathematics educators, statistics educators, secondary mathematics teachers, and other stakeholders invested in secondary teacher preparation to consider and learn about ways to strengthen the mathematical and statistical preparation of secondary mathematics teachers.

Organizers:
Elizabeth Arnold, Montana State University
Eileen Faulkenberry, Tarleton State University
Matthew Haines, Augsburg University
Jay Jahangiri, Kent State University
Victor Oxman, Western Galilee College, Israel
Catherine Paolucci, Mathematical Association of America

After a reception and brief business meeting, Jared Warren, Philosophy Department, Stanford University, will discuss “Conventionalism and Mathematical Truth”. Abstract: Mathematics consists of various truths – two plus two equals four, there are infinitely many prime numbers, every set has a power set – yet mathematical truth is puzzling.  Mathematical truths seem to describe various abstract objects – numbers, sets, functions – while also seeming objective, eternal, and necessary. But it is very difficult to understand how human beings could ever discover objective, eternal, and necessary truths about abstract objects. It is so difficult to understand that many historical philosophers and mathematicians gave up on trying to understand it. Despite this, all of the puzzling features of mathematical truth get demystified once we embrace conventionalism about mathematics. According to mathematical conventionalism, mathematics is a byproduct of our linguistic conventions and conceptual choices. Conventionalism was historically popular among scientists and empiricist philosophers but fell out of favor during the resurgence of metaphysical speculations in the late twentieth century. Whether fashionable or not, I will explain conventionalism and argue that it is the only way to correctly understand and demystify mathematical truth.

Organizers:
Bonnie Gold, Monmouth University
Thomas Drucker, University of Wisconsin Whitewater

Guest Lecture
Conventionalism and Mathematical Truth

Speaker: Jared Warren, Stanford University

Abstract: Mathematical truths seem to describe various abstract objects while also seeming objective, eternal, and necessary. But how can human beings ever discover objective, eternal, and necessary truths about abstract objects? I will explain conventionalism, which says that mathematics is a byproduct of our linguistic conventions and conceptual choices, and how it demystifies mathematical truth.

Invited Paper Session
Friday, August 8, 8:00 am – 10:55 am

Proposals are invited especially on the theme of paradox in mathematics, and how paradox has influenced the philosophy of mathematics, mathematics itself, and logic over the millennia. However, all talks on the Philosophy of Mathematics will be considered.

Organizers:
Steven Deckelman, University of Wisconsin-Stout
Bonnie Gold, Monmouth University
Thomas Drucker, University of Wisconsin-Whitewater

This is a business meeting for the SIGMAA on Quantitative Literacy. This meeting will include reports from the QL leadership.

Organizers:
Rachael Lund, Michigan State University
Chloe Lewis, University of Wisconsin Eau Claire
Luke Tunstall, Trinity University
Catherine Crockett, Point Loma Nazarene University
Kathyrn Appenzeller, The University of Texas at San Antonio

Contributed Paper Session

This session invites educators to share lessons or projects that incorporate current events into quantitative literacy courses. By integrating real-world data and timely news, instructors can engage students and enhance their critical thinking. Participants will explore strategies for updating curricula with relevant topics, fostering media literacy, and navigating the challenges of keeping coursework aligned with evolving societal issues.

Organizers:
Rachael Lund, Michigan State University
Luke Tunstall, Trinity University
Catherine Crockett, Point Loma Nazarene University
Katherine Appenzeller, The University of Texas at Austin

Special Session
Saturday, August 9, 8:00 am – 10:00 am

Puzzles, card tricks, board games, game shows, and gambling provide an excellent laboratory for testing mathematical strategy, probability, and enumeration. The analysis of such diversions is fertile ground for the application of mathematical and statistical theory. Solutions to new problems as well as novel solutions to old problems are welcome.

Organizers:
Paul Coe, Dominican University
Sara Quinn, Dominican University
Kristen Schemmerhorn, Concordia University Chicago

Invited Paper Session
Thursday, August 7, 2:00 pm – 5:50 pm

This SIGMAA on RUME sponsored session seeks to engage participants in critical conversations about justice in undergraduate mathematics education. Invited speakers will share their research in this area of advancing justice in undergraduate mathematics education, explore mechanisms to overcome systemic barriers faced by underrepresented groups in undergraduate mathematics, and highlight innovative practices that promote inclusivity and equitable outcomes for students.

Organizers:
Kaitlyn Serbin, The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Brian Katz, California State University Long Beach
Deborah Moore-Russo, The University of Oklahoma
Shandy Hauk, San Francisco State University

Contributed Paper Session

The goals of this session are to promote quality research in undergraduate mathematics education, to disseminate educational studies to the greater mathematics community, and to facilitate the impact of research findings on mathematics pedagogy. Presentations may be based on research in any undergraduate mathematical area. Examples include studies about students’ reasoning or mathematical practices, teaching practices, curriculum design, and professional development.

Organizers:
Kaitlyn Serbin, The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Brian Katz, California State University Long Beach
Deborah Moore-Russo, The University of Oklahoma
Shandy Hauk, San Francisco State University

The annual business meeting for the MAA Special Interest Group on Statistics and Data Science Education. This session provides an opportunity to discuss ongoing initiatives, future plans, and ways to enhance statistics and data science education within the MAA community.

Organizers:
Immanuel Williams, California Polytechnic State University San Luis Obispo
Troy Riggs, Union University

Contributed Paper Session

We invite presentations on innovative teaching strategies in data science education, including course design, assessment methods, and project implementations. Share your experiences integrating AI tools, addressing data ethics, using culturally relevant datasets, and connecting statistical concepts to real-world applications. This SIGMAA-sponsored session welcomes scholarly contributions that advance pedagogical practices and support faculty development in statistics and data science education.

Organizers:
Helen Burn, Highline College
Mike LeVan, Transylvania University
Immanuel James Williams, California Polytechnic State University San Luis Obispo

Workshop

This interactive, hands-on workshop teaches how to access dynamic, real-time data using Application Programming Interfaces (APIs). Unlike static data from URLs, APIs allow for flexible, structured data extraction, offering tailored and up-to-date data. No experience with HTML or R is required—this workshop is for beginners and those with experience, providing practical skills to bring better data to your students.

Organizer:
Immanuel Williams, GATO365 Learning Center, California Polytechnic State University San Luis Obispo

The Mathematics and Sports SIGMAA hosts its annual business meeting followed by an invited talk given by Arielle Dror from Bay FC. The Sports SIGMAA supports and promotes MAA members’ interests in the connections between mathematics and sports, particularly in sports analytics. It encourages undergraduate involvement in sports-related research projects, develops instructional and assessment tools for learning mathematics and statistics, and promotes quantitative problem-solving within the context of sports.  All are welcome to attend.

Organizers:
Paul von Dohlen, William Paterson University
Amanda Harsy, Lewis University
Filippo Posta, Phoenix College
Alyssa Hoofnagle, Wittenberg University
Kitty Yang, University of North Carolina Asheville
Michael Schuckers, University of North Carolina Charlotte

Contributed Paper Session

Availability of play-by-play statistics, video-based spatial data, and wearable technology data have led to innovative sports analytics studies. This research is impacting all aspects of sports: strategy, player evaluation, ranking methods, marketing, etc. Research presentations, expository talks, preliminary reports, and pedagogical contributions are all welcome in this session. Projects accessible to or involving undergraduate students are particularly encouraged for submission.

Organizers:
Filippo Posta, Phoenix College
Amanda Harsy, Lewis University

Workshop

In this interactive and engaging workshop for instructors we introduce how to use materials from the SCORE Network (www.scorenetwork.org), an NSF funded project to develop open access, peer-vetted, case based educational materials using sports data for statistics and data science classes. The goal is to show faculty how to engage students in a new and dynamic format.

Organizers:
Michael Schuckers, UNC Charlotte
Rachel Gidaro, United States Military Academy at West Point

Business meeting for the MAA Special Interest Group on Teaching Advanced High School Mathematics. We will be discussing suggestions to re-invigorate the SIGMAA’s activities going forward.

Organizer:
Bill Shillito, Oglethorpe University

The Undergraduate Research (UR) SIGMAA welcomes anyone interested in undergraduate research to join for discussion and community building. We will conclude with a business meeting for current members and potential members to discuss plans for the upcoming year.

Organizers:
Adam Schultze, Lewis University
Vinodh Chellamuthu, Utah Tech University
Brandy Wiegers, The College of Idaho
Violeta Vasilevska, Utah Valley University
Cara Sulyok, Lewis University

Contributed Paper Session

Starting a research program as a new faculty member can be daunting but also an exciting opportunity to engage undergraduates in meaningful research. This session invites presenters to share strategies for transitioning from dissertation research to manageable undergraduate projects, adapting complex topics, and creating sustainable research agendas. Presenters will offer practical insights for developing effective undergraduate research programs.

Organizers:
Vinodh Kumar Chellamuthu, Utah Tech University
Violeta Vasilevska, Utah Valley University
Cara Sulyok, Lewis University; csulyok@lewisu.edu
Lauren L Rose, Bard College; rose@bard.edu
Md Istiaq Hossain, Stephen F. Austin State University
Adam Schultze, Lewis University

Panel
Friday, August 8, 11:00 am – 12:50 pm
(Panel portion at 11am – 12pm, followed by Workshop component)

This session features a panel and interactive follow-up workshop with representatives from various SIGMAAs to share insights and best practices for involving undergraduates in research. The program will address challenges faced by faculty when jump-starting or enhancing their undergraduate research program: creating accessible research problems, addressing practical mentoring strategies, and promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in research settings.

Panelists:
Amanda Harsy, Lewis University
Vinodh Chellamuthu, Utah Tech University
Shandy Hauk, San Francisco State University
Meredith Greer, Bates College

Moderator:
Adam Schultze, Lewis University

Organizers:
Adam Schultze, Lewis University
Lauren Rose, Bard College
Brandy Wiegers, The College of Idaho
Violeta Vasilevska, Utah Valley University
Vinodh Chellamuthu, Utah Tech University
Cara Sulyok, Lewis University

This is the annual business meeting and reception of WEBSIGMAA followed by several short presentations centered on engaging with open tools and resources related to mathematics and mathematics education with time for discussion. Come meet with us and learn about about tools like Ximera, PreFigure, and WeBWork.

Organizer:
Shanda Hood, University of Arkansas
Brian Walton, James Madison University
Bernd Sing, University of the West Indes (Cave Hill campus, Barbados)
Joe Fields, Southern Connecticut State University
Josh Girshner, University of Arkansas

Contributed Paper Session

This session explores how individual instructors, departments and institutions are incorporating computational tools, particularly those facilitated by artificial intelligence or natural language models, in classroom practices and in programmatic curricular design. Speakers might present strategies and examples for integrating AI-driven computation in ways that serve as instructional and pedagogical tools to enhance student learning, or they might present how they are incorporating the use of AI-driven computation as integrated learning outcomes at the course or program level.

Organizers:
Yesim Demiroglu, California State University, Sacramento
Sayonita Ghosh Hajra, California State University, Sacramento
Santosh Kandel, California State University, Sacramento
Matthew Krauel, California State University, Sacramento
Jasdeep Pannu, California State University, Sacramento
Lauren Perry, California State University, Sacramento
Vardayani Ratti, California State University, Sacramento
D Brian Walton, James Madison University
Shanda Hood, University of Arkansas
Bernd Sing, University of the West Indies (Cave Hill campus, Barbados)
Joe Fields, Southern Connecticut State University;