Math Department Events
Simon Bortz, University of Washington - Harmonic Functions on Rough Sets
For more than a century, the interplay between harmonic functions/measure and the geometry of `rough’ domains has been a topic of considerable interest. The earliest developments were focused on the plane, in geometric settings amenable to complex analysis tools (e.g. simply connected domains). In higher dimensions, the situation becomes quite a bit more complicated, where the state of the art methods are adapted from the study of singular integrals on rough sets. This talk will survey some of the remarkable progress that has been made in recent years on connecting, or even characterizing, the geometry of a domain by properties of harmonic functions/measure (in any dimension). Along these lines, I will describe some recent work with Max Engelstein and Steve Hofmann.
Hosted by Petronela Radu
Friday, March 8th from 4:00-4:50 pm
115 Avery Hall
Professor Steven Dunbar - Countering Gerrymandering with Math
Gerrymandering is the age-old practice of manipulating voting districts for partisan gain. Recently there has been a surge of interest in using mathematics to detect and study gerrymandering. In fact, this topic is currently a combination of law, political science, politics and mathematics. This talk will focus on a particular aspect of the mathematics behind the study of gerrymandering, namely the efficiency gap. This is an algebraic formula which appeared in arguments before the Supreme Court last October. Prerequisites for this talk are at the level of calculus and elementary algebra.
Thursday, March 14 from 5:00-6:00 pm
351 Avery Hall
Daniel Smertnig, University of Waterloo
Hosted by Roger and Sylvia Wiegand
Friday, March 15th from 4:00-4:50 pm
115 Avery Hall
Course Preview for Fall 2019
Come find out about upper level math classes for the Fall 2019 semester from the instructors teaching these classes.
Thursday, March 28th from 5:00-6:00 pm
351 Avery Hall
Steven Dunbar, UNL and Kristin Pfabe, Nebraska Wesleyan University
Hosted by David Pitts
Friday, March 29th from 4:00-4:50 pm
115 Avery Hall
Campus-Wide Events
Nebraska Athletics: Women Supporting Women Networking Event
In celebration of Women’s History Month, Nebraska Athletics (Life Skills and Enrichment) is hosting the Women Supporting Women Networking Event. Student athletes and business majors will have the opportunity to network with prominent local women leaders. This is a great opportunity for aspiring leaders to learn from women leaders and be inspired to achieve success in their own career pursuits. There will be a short fifteen-minute keynote speaker starting at 7 PM. Light hors-d’oeuvres will be provided. RSVP by Feburary 25th here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/JT2YWNJ.
Monday, March 4th from 7-8:15 pm
Memorial Stadium West Stadium Club (4th floor)
Time Management Triage: Time Management
An Academic Success Workshop - Learn to prioritize tasks and customize a schedule that will change your life!
Tuesday, March 5th from 4:00-5:00 pm
Wednesday, March 6th from 5:00-6:00 pm
221 Love Library South
Study at Sheldon
From Great Hall to study hall, the museum is transformed to support the rigorous work of students. Fuel up with snacks and find inspiration throughout the galleries. Admission is free.
Wednesday, March 6th from 5:00-8:00 pm
Sheldon Museum of Art
SciPop: Comic Book Physics 101: Marvel, DC & Metallurgy
Adamantium, Kryptonium, Nth Metal, Vibranium…do real life elements behave this way? What about super materials? Find out when you meet Dan Claes! Dan Claes is the chair of the Department of Physics and Astronomy.
Wednesday, March 6th from 7:00-8:00 pm
221 Love Library South
UPC Nebraska & Women’s Center Present: Andi Zeisler
“Don’t Just Change the Channel: Why Pop Culture Matters to Feminism, Activism, and Social Justice”
Wednesday, March 6th at 7:30 pm
Nebraska City Campus Union Auditorium
UPC Nebraska and OASIS Present: Dr. Bernard Lafayette
Nonviolence in a Time of Civil Unrest: Yesterday and Today
Friday, March 8th at 8:00 pm
Nebraska City Campus Union Auditorium
Spring Education Fair
School districts from across Nebraska and the U.S. will be on campus to discuss teaching and administration opportunities with Nebraska students, non-Nebraska students, Nebraska alumni, and any other interested education applicants.
Tuesday, March 12th from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm
Nebraska City Campus Union Centennial Room
Get Pumped to Present: Class Presentations
An Academic Success Workshop - Tips and tricks to help you prepare for presentations and feel more confident.
Tuesday, March 12th from 4:00-5:00 pm
Wednesday, March 13th from 5:00-6:00 pm
221 Love Library South
GRE Preparation for Health School Applications
An Explore Center Pre-Health Event - If the GRE is required for admission to your professional health program, join us for a one-hour overview of the exam. We will cover the format of the GRE, timelines for studying for and taking the exam, and helpful resources and advice on preparing to take the GRE.
Tuesday, March 12th from 5:00-6:00 pm
221 Love Library South
Panel With Professionals
We will be hosting a Panel with Professionals (in place of our March general meeting), where we will host various employers (see list on flyer) to give a brief presentation on their companies, participate in a Q&A session, and network with students in this event open to all students! Featured employees from NASA Nebraska, Kiewit, Burns & McDonnell, Garmin, Union Pacific, Cargill, Novozymes, and JEO. Pizza will be provided!
Tuesday, March 12th from 6:00-8:00 pm
183 Nebraska Hall
Standing Against Hate On A Neo-Diverse Campus
Presentation for UNL Students by Dr. Rupert Nacoste, Author, Professor, Speaker, and TEDx Talk Presenter
Thursday, March 14th from 3:30-4:30 pm
Nebraska City Campus Union Auditorium
Look, Listen & Write On: Reading & Note Taking
An Academic Success Workshop - Prepare for class, take better notes, and get more out of assigned readings.
Tuesday, March 26th from 4:00-5:00 pm
Wednesday, March 27th from 5:00-6:00 pm
I Love NU Advocacy Day
You are invited to our I Love NU Advocacy Day—along with students, faculty, staff, alumni, community members and all supporters and friends of the University—to show your support for the University of Nebraska’s four campuses, visit with your senator, and share your story. Wear your campus colors to show support! We will have buttons, stickers and pins available at the Capitol to identify yourself as an NU supporter. Plus, we’ll have other goodies to help you show support all year round! Stay up-to-date on the latest University advocacy news by becoming an NU Advocate. Sign up here and get a free window cling to show your support: http://nebraska.edu/advocates
Wednesday, March 27th from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm
Nebraska State Capitol Building (1445 K Street, Lincoln, NE 68508)