Description

In this program, undergraduates do research work in combinatorics, discrete probability, theoretical computer science, and related topics. The program runs for eight weeks during the summer in NYC. During this period, each participant works towards solving a problem and possibly publishing a paper. Each participant is closely mentored by a professor who is an active researcher and has mentoring experience. We are based in the math department of CUNY's Baruch College, located at the heart of Manhattan.

While this is not our actual main goal, our program is somewhat publishing-oriented: A program where we work hard towards solving problems and publishing papers in research journals. Our participants work on individual projects or in pairs, with close support from their mentor. For past results, see here. 

While we are serious about the research, our real goal is to support you the best we can in whatever you choose to do in your life. On average, every professor has only two mentees, so that they can get to know you well, hear what your worries are, what your goals are, and think about how to best support you. We work towards having a close group and a friendly atmosphere, where the students and mentors keep supporting each other for many years. We talk about how to have a healthy and fulfilling life in mathematics. We'll connect you with people who already did what you wish to do next, in the academic world and in the industry. And a lot more. We continue to support our participants many years after they finished the program. 

Requirements

• Your college graduation date must be after the end of the REU.
• Experience writing mathematical proofs is useful, but not mandatory.