Suzanne Weekes

Suzanne L. Weekes is a professor of Mathematical Sciences at Worcester Polytechnic Institute. She is a cofounder of the Mathematical Sciences Research Institute Undergraduate Program.[1]

Education

Weekes graduated in 1989 from Indiana University with a major in mathematics and a minor in computer science.[1] She went on to get an MS in applied mathematics in 1990 and a PhD in Mathematics and scientific computing in 1995 at the University of Michigan.[2]

Career

Weekes is the co-director of the Preparation for Industrial Careers in Mathematical Sciences, which helps faculty in the U.S. engage their students with Industrial math research. She is a professor of mathematical sciences at Worcester Polytechnic Institute as well as a cofounder of MSRI-UP, a research experience for undergraduates that aims to increase under represented groups in math programs by providing them with research opportunities.[1]

Awards and recognition

In 2015, Weekes received the Denise Nicoletti Trustees' Award for Service to Community.[3]

References

  1. 1 2 3 Sciences, Network of Minorities in Mathematical. "Mathematically Gifted and Black : Suzanne Weekes". www.mathematicallygiftedandblack.com. Retrieved 2017-04-08.
  2. ↑ "Suzanne L. Weekes @ WPI". users.wpi.edu. Retrieved 2017-04-08.
  3. ↑ "Awards for Excellence in Teaching, Research, Advising, and Community Service Presented at Honors Convocation | News | WPI". www.wpi.edu. Retrieved 2017-04-08.
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