We asked several of our graduates what advice they would give to new mathematics and statistics students.
John Saad: I concentrated in Statistics at Radford, so I may be a bit “biased.” There are 3 possible concentrations to choose from: Traditional Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, and Statistics.
1. Traditional Mathematics concentration is geared towards future math educators and those considering furthering their math education at the graduate school level. If you’re the type of person who finds serious satisfaction in helping others understand and learn, you may want to consider this concentration.
2. The Applied Mathematics concentration is focused on practical problem-solving. The following might be considered examples of practical problems:
3. The Statistics concentration is intended for students with the desire of pursuing careers in business and industry. Business and industry are not limited to the following organizations: