Teaching and Mentoring

Teaching and Mentoring

Teaching mathematics at both undergraduate and graduate levels has been a cornerstone of my academic career. My goal as an educator is to inspire curiosity, foster critical thinking, and provide students with the mathematical tools they need to succeed in diverse fields. I strive to create an inclusive and engaging classroom environment where students can connect theoretical concepts to real-world applications.

Mentoring is a key component of my teaching philosophy. I have advised and co-advised numerous Ph.D. and M.Sc. students across disciplines, including mathematics, engineering, and computational science. Through personalized guidance, I aim to cultivate independent thinking, rigorous research skills, and a collaborative spirit. Many of my students have gone on to excel in academia, industry, and research.

I am particularly passionate about integrating innovation into my teaching. For instance, I have developed and taught graduate-level distance learning courses in Applied Mathematics I and II for over a decade, ensuring accessibility and flexibility for students. My membership in professional organizations like SIAM and SMB further informs my teaching, keeping me updated on advancements in pedagogy and research.

Ultimately, my teaching philosophy is grounded in the belief that mathematics is not just a set of abstract ideas but a powerful tool for understanding the world. My commitment is to empower students with the knowledge, confidence, and curiosity they need to make meaningful contributions in their chosen fields.

Awards

Mentor Award Picture

Outstanding Graduate Mentor of the Year (2018)

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List of Courses

Undergraduate: 

  • History of Mathematics, MA 3513.
  • Calculus I, II, III, MA 1713, MA 1723, MA 2723.
  • Differential Equations I, II, MA 3253, MA 3353 .
  • Introduction to Probability, MA 6523.
  • Probability and Random Process, MA 6533.
  • Introduction to Partial Differential Equations, MA 6373.

Graduate:

  • Partial Differential Equations I, II, MA 8333, MA 8343.
  • Foundation of Applied Mathematics I, II, MA 8203, MA 8213.
  • Ordinary Differential Equations I, II, MA 8313, MA 8323.
  • Calculus of Variations, MA 8283.
  • Integral Equations, MA 8293.

Graduate:

  • Applied Mathematics I, MA 8203.
  • Applied Mathematics II, MA 8213.

  • Quantitative Genetics and Statistics.
  • Three Dimensional Elasticity Analyses.
  • Topics in Population Dynamics.
  • Wavelet Analysis.
  • Topics in Mathematical Biology I.
  • Topics in Mathematical Biology II.
  • Mathematical Foundation of Music.