Department of Mathematics and Statistics
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Mathematics and statistics are dynamic, growing disciplines with direct connections to technology, biology, cryptography, physics, education, psychology, business, and more. For example, mathematics are elemental to website encryption algorithms, statistics can identify trends in criminal justice, and differential equations help doctors study brain waves.
At WSU, you’ll investigate and solve both real and theoretical problems, and open doors to a wide range of careers.
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In the news
Kalispel students experience international conference at WSU
Mathematicians and statisticians from around the world descended onto Pullman to attend the regional conference of the International Biometric Society (IBS) in early June. Kalispel students were invited to join them.
WSU SURCA undergraduate researchers earn 65 awards
Seventy-three students at the Showcase for Undergraduate Research and Creative Activities (SURCA) 2026 were the recipients of 65 awards totaling $14,000.
Sociology’s Hafiz wins CAS 3MT Qualifier
Six competitors vied to represent the College of Arts and Sciences in the 3 Minute Thesis qualifier round on March 5th in Goertzen Hall.
WSU Data Analytics program leads with stackable, industry-aligned certifications
As demand for data skills surges, WSU is rolling out new training certifications that let learners upskill quickly without closing the door on a full degree.
Department Alumni Spotlights
Dr. Cameron Sweet
Cameron Sweet serves as the recently elected Chair of the Department of Mathematics and Associate Professor at Saint Martin’s University in Lacey, WA. He completed a Ph.D. (2018) in Mathematics with Education Emphasis and M.S. (2016) in Statistics at Washington State University with Dr. Nairanjana Dasgupta. Sweet often taught STAT 412, 212, and introductory mathematics courses as a graduate teaching assistant during his graduate studies. In addition to participating in the department Math Education Seminar and AMS activities on campus and at conferences, he led graduate student and children’s Bible studies with Emmanuel Baptist Church Pullman, served with Family Promise of the Palouse, ran the Steptoe Canyon leg of the department’s WSU 100K Relay team, and took graduate students backpacking and mountain climbing. Sweet’s favorite part of studying at WSU was the caring and supportive community, faculty, and student colleagues that he got to share life with in Pullman.
Dr. Seong Jun Park
During my time at the WSU Mathematics and Statistics department, the opportunities, guidance, and support I received were invaluable. As a Ph.D. student, I was fortunate to be granted the opportunity to serve as a teaching assistant for undergraduate math courses. The prospect of teaching provided indispensable experiences that enhanced my pedagogical knowledge and approaches, thereby helping me earn a master’s degree and a graduate certificate in Teaching College Mathematics along the way. Through the department, I was encouraged to attend conferences and share the progress of my research with other mathematicians, which included the annual Joint Mathematics Meetings. Furthermore, the WSU Mathematics and Statistics department consistently celebrated my milestones and contributions, empowering my accomplishments through fellowships and scholarships. Thus, this allowed me to make further progress in my research projects and dissertation. With the support of my committee chair, department chair, faculty, and other graduate students, I became a part of a tight-knit and caring community that I would not have found anywhere else. This department played a significant role in shaping my current position as a college mathematics lecturer, where I am able to reciprocate the support and skills the department provided during my time in the doctoral program to my current students and colleagues, and further grow a community of mathematicians.
Dr. Syed Badruddoza
Hi, I’m Syed Badruddoza, and I’m currently an Assistant Professor in the Department of Agricultural and Applied Economics at Texas Tech University. My work looks at topics related to food and agricultural markets, consumer behavior, and applied data analysis. My time in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics at WSU was a big part of my journey. The training I received there in statistics, coding, and quantitative thinking gave me a strong foundation that has helped me throughout my career. It really strengthened the way I approach econometric modeling, data analysis, and problem-solving in both my research and mentoring.