The Society for Mathematical Biology Annual Meeting and Conference, July 25-28, 2012
SMB 2012 Minisymposia
MS8: Trends and innovations in undergraduate math biology curricula - July 25, 3:40-5:20 p.m. SESSION C
Organizers: Meghan Burke (Education Committee Chair, Society for Mathematical Biology; Mathematics, Kennesaw State Univ., Kennesaw, GA, USA); Kelly Sturner (Education & Outreach Coordinator, NIMBioS: National Institute for Mathematical and Biological Synthesis, Univ. of Tennessee, Knoxville, TN, USA)
Presenters: John Jungck, Suzanne Lenhart, Glenn Ledder, Jason Miller
Summary. As the knowledge and tools at the interface of mathematics and biology advance, the education of undergraduates must develop in equal measure to prepare students for tackling 21st century biological problems. Speakers in this session will present on the latest trends and innovative techniques to engage students in synthesizing concepts of math and biology in the college classroom. Note that our presenters will span a diverse array of institutions, including a small liberal arts school, a large research university, a comprehensive state university and a community college.
