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Learn about the Undergraduate Opportunities with the Center for Mathematics and Science Education.

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Get Involved with CMSE: Undergraduate Opportunities and Assistantships

Undergraduate students enrolled at the University of Mississippi are engaged in the work of the CMSE in a variety of ways. Through volunteer opportunities and part-time employment, UM students have made valuable contributions to our mission. We encourage students with an interest in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) to explore the variety of ways to get involved with our programs.

Undergraduate Assistants

The Center for Mathematics and Science Education (CMSE) at the University of Mississippi currently offers assistantships to undergraduate students who are in good academic standing and making progress toward his/her degree.  Preference may be given to those who are Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) majors and who are considering teaching as a career.

If you are interested in applying for a CMSE Undergraduate Assistantship, please complete the application below. If you have further questions, please contact our Assistant Director of Professional Learning, Dr. Julie James at jjames1@olemiss.edu.

Apply to be an Undergraduate Assistant

 

Student Volunteer Opportunities

The CMSE relies on student volunteers for many of our K-12 STEM Experiences programs. Volunteers will interact with K-12 students as they engage in STEM activities. Some of these events include:

  • FIRST Tech Challenge Robotics Program
  • Mobile Planetarium Program
  • STEM Explorations (K-8)
  • STEM Excursions (7-12)
  • STEM Experts (K-12) - graduate student volunteers
  • Academic Competitions

If you are interested in volunteering for CMSE programs, submit a Volunteer Interest Form to get in touch with a member of our staff.

Volunteer Interest Form (coming soon)

 

Undergraduate Courses

As part of our mission to improve STEM education, the CMSE partners with the UM Department of Mathematics to coordinate courses for education majors. These courses are taught by Dr. E. Paige Gillentine with collaboration with Dr. Alice Steimle, Dr. Julie James, and CMSE Graduate Fellows.  These courses include:

  • MATH 245 – Mathematics for Elementary Teachers I
  • MATH 246 – Mathematics for Elementary Teachers II
  • MATH 390 – Techniques in Teaching Secondary Level Math