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Mathematics Department

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Since the analysis and understanding of patterns is important in virtually every discipline, Mathematics can be found in many areas of study as well as life. Guilford Mathematics majors develop transferable skills including critical thinking, problem solving, and computer knowledge. The Mathematics Department provides students with a rigorous and thorough math education that connects to another discipline in which mathematics is of high importance.

Active student participation is encouraged in all math programs. Students choose from three sequences: calculus, mathematical foundations, and additional math electives. Small classes and seminars provide students the opportunity to work with faculty individually or in small groups. Math majors are encouraged to discover areas in which they have both talent and interest, to gain familiarity with a wide range of mathematical areas and to acquire deeper knowledge of a mathematical specialty.

Students emphasizing theoretical mathematics have been notably successful in graduate study at respected universities. The Mathematics Department serves other academic areas through courses in elementary functions and calculus, statistics, mathematics for the liberal arts and mathematics for prospective teachers.


College Catalog

For more information about courses for the Mathematics Department, visit the online, searchable College Catalog. The Undergraduate Catalog also includes academic department and major information, academic regulations and resources, admission standards and requirements, and tuition, fees, and financial aid information.

Majors and Minors

"One of the benefits of attending a small liberal arts college is the close relationship that a student can have with their colleges and professors, empowering the student to learn their subject of interest at the deepest level possible. I am proud to be a part of the Guilford College Community, and I would not have it any other way."

Sarah Overstreet '16
Mathematics and Physics double major
  • The bachelor of science in Mathematics offers a high degree of flexibility. Many math students double major in related fields like physics — as well as in areas like art and music. The Mathematics major requires a minimum of 32 credit hours (eight courses) in courses or seminars numbered above 120. Students can also learn the language of the sciences through a minor in Mathematics for the Sciences.
  • The Mathematics for the Sciences minor is designed primarily for Physics or natural science majors who are interested in modeling using calculus or those preparing for graduate school.

Mathematics Department News and Events

Shooting for the Stars
Shooting for the Stars

With the help of the Guilford Edge, Mathematics major Julius Burch '23 kept up his outstanding work ethic throughout his first semester, earning Dean’s List with a near perfect GPA.

Finding Balance
Finding Balance

Suan Yang ’17, a double major in Accounting and Mathematics, has always had a passion for knowledge and seeking truth.

The Curious Case of Connor Button
The Curious Case of Connor Button

Growing up in Fayetteville, Ark., Connor Button ’21 was certain of two things: He wanted to study computer science and he wanted to do so at Guilford College, his father’s alma mater.

Stroke of Genius
Stroke of Genius

Kansas native Jack Lee ’21, a double major in Mathematics and Economics, finds his niche as a financial analyst in the health-care sector. Learn more about his plans, his love of golf, and how Guilford helped him grow.

Engineering His Future
Engineering His Future

As a Mathematics and Physics double major, Honors student and baseball player Griffin Icenhower ’25 has his sights set on an electrical engineering career.

Contact Us

Jane Brandsma
Jane Brandsma

Part-Time Lecturer for Math

Ben Marlin
Ben Marlin

Associate Professor for Mathematics

Herb Baum
Herb Baum

Part-Time Lecturer for Math

Mike Nichols
Mike Nichols

PT Lecturer, MSE, CSSMBB, CQE, CQA, CMQ/OE

Travis Willse
Travis Willse

Visiting Assistant Professor for Math