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An NSF Graduate K-12 Project |
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Algebra Cubed |
Algebra Cubed Fellows 2006-2007 |
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My name is Julia Chifman and I am a 4th year graduate student at the University of Kentucky. I was born and raised in Ukraine and I came to the United States in 1992 right after my graduation from Kiev Ballet Academy. I have been living in the United States since that time, performing for six years with professional ballet companies and then teaching at the ballet school from 1998 to 2003. I have always had a passion for mathematics and in 2000 I have decided that it is time to get another degree. I have earned Bachelor of Science in mathematics from King’s College, Wilkes-Barre, PA in 2003 with minor in computer science, and entered UK as a graduate student in fall 2003. As of right now I am working on my dissertation in group theory with Dr. Beidleman, my advisor, and project to graduate in 2008. As of outside mathematics, I play guitar, garden a lot (pictures of my flowers could be found at www.ms.uky.edu/~jchifman ) and I love cats. |
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Appalachia High School, Appalachia, Virginia UVA-Wise, 2004 BS in math with minors in philosophy and physics. I've been married about 8 years...no kids yet, but we have a 3 year old miniature dachshund named Frodo. I'll be starting my 3rd year in the math department. My interests are algebra topology and, strangely enough, algebraic topology. Before going back to school to finish my bachelor's, I was employed in various and sundry jobs, including marina attendant in Pensacola, Florida, Sign Language interpreter in public schools as well as freelance, and Census Taker. In the brief spurts of free time that I have I play the piano, guitar, and dulcimer, or I'm reading. I like to read and discuss philosophy or religion, and I dearly love to read science fiction and fantasy. As a graduate of a rural school, I'm excited to take part in Algebra Cubed. My own school had only 2 math teachers when I attended, but they were quite good! I've taught, among others, calculus and algebra and am looking forward to helping in any way I can this year. For more information, please visit my website: http://www.ms.uky.edu/~jroberts/
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Hello! My hometown is Kalamazoo, MI. I attended the Comstock school district for the majority of my schooling with the exception of being home schooled from grades 3-6. I graduate from Central Michigan University in May 2004 and decided to attend University of Kentucky graduate school due the weather change! I am now entering my 3rd year and hope to do something with Topology and Discrete math. I have taught a variety of classes such as College algebra and calculus. I love the outdoors and I bike and run as much as I can. I have completed two half marathons and hope to do a full sometime soon. I also like tennis, softball and golf. I am hoping to take a big trip out west as soon as I can. I would love to see the Grand Canyon.
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General Education Diploma I attended Henry County High School in Paris, Tennessee, although I never graduated. B.S. in geology and mathematics from Murray State University, 2000 M.S. in mathematics from Murray State University, 2004 I am a graduate student in the Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences. I will be beginning my second year in the Fall Semester. My interests are in the realm of geophysics, particularly the numerical modeling of geophysical phenomena. I have a great love of the outdoors and very much enjoy long hikes and mountaineering. I am lucky enough to have family that live in Scotland so I am often able to go over during Christmas breaks for the Scottish winter climbing season. A close second to mountaineering on my list of favorite things is grilled salmon! I taught College Algebra at Murray State and I look forward to improving my teaching abilities through the Algebra Cubed program. Also, I hope to show students the utility of mathematics for solving real world problems and how exciting the mathematical sciences can be. |
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Lived in Williamsport, PA until 1997. (home of Little League World Series) Moved to Shelbyville, KY and went to high school at SCHS. (It was a shock moving from a city to a farm, but I loved it! I met my first cow here in KY, walking to the school bus stop... It was a bit scary at first.) University of Kentucky – BA in Math Education and Mathematics MA in Secondary Education (MIC program) Working on my masters and PhD in Mathematics No human children, but I have a Jack Russell Terrier named Daisy Mae who thinks she is human. I also have a great boyfriend Ben. This will be my 7th year here at UK and I have worked on many projects connecting rural areas with mathematics and technology. What can I say….I love math! I just think it is so beautiful in the way in can be manipulated to answer all types of questions. I have played soccer since I was 5 years old. I played on the varsity team in high school and now I just play with friends. I was a lifeguard for 5 years and I also love to watch UK basketball!!! I like to read and go for long walks on the beach. |
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Madison Central High School, 2000, Richmond, KY UK, 2004 BS in math Entering my second year as a graduate student in the statistics department and enjoy all areas of probability. Previously worked toward majors in architecture, civil engineering, and middle/secondary math education. Hobbies include playing piano, hiking/fishing/camping, gardening, writing, cooking, sewing, and art. Played clarinet in middle and high school band and played on the academic team. Was a member of Girl Scouts for 12 years. Comments: Have tutored college freshman in algebra and calculus, tutored K-12 children in all levels of math at Huntington Learning Center, been a Teaching Assistant for biostatistics and introductory statistics, and love teaching math to students at any level. Very excited to think of new, fun hands-on activities to help students learn about math. |
My name is Rachelle Bouchat, and I am a fourth year graduate student at theUniversity of Kentucky. I grew up in a small historic town just north ofPittsburgh called Saxonburg, PA. I graduated from the University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown (the town of the big flood) in 2003. Then I came down to the University of Kentucky to further pursue my love of mathematics. In my free time, I enjoy playing the violin, drawing, and going on various hiking trips. I also spend a lot of time with my one year old dog, Macaulay. He is the perfect dog for a mathematician—a dorkie (a daschund mixed with a yorkie).If you want to find out more about me, check out my website at: http://www.ms.uky.edu/~rbouchet
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Rachelle Bouchat Department of Mathematics |
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I graduated from Franklin Area High School, Franklin PA in 2000. Then went on to college at Slippery Rock University (also in PA) where I received a BS in Mathematics 2004. Currently I'm a Math Grad Student at UK starting my third year (where does the time go). My Mathematical interests are varied. I enjoy things that I can see. I think I'm leaning towards combinatorics for my work, if I ever get to it. I love to explain things to others and I really enjoy teaching. I have a back up career as a river guide. I've been guiding rivers for 8 summers all over the country. This summer I'll be in Colorado. Music is my primary obsession these days. I play strings (guitar, mandolin, violin) and sing. Here at UK I have taught Calc I and II recitations, College Algebra and Math for elementary School teachers. This year I'm quite interested in learning from the teachers and students at Bath and Powell as well as sharing my interest in math and life in general. |
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Murray High School, 2001, Murray, KY. University of Kentucky, 2006 BS in Mechanical Engineering. I am in my 2nd year of graduate school in the Mechanical Engineering Department. Currently, my research includes the work that I am doing in the Bearings and Seals Laboratory at the University of Kentucky. I have worked at Lexmark and GE Aircraft Engines. I am interested in pursuing a career in the aerospace industry. My favorite hobby is cooking. I enjoy trying out different restaurants and types of food. I also run almost every day and I enjoy hiking at the Red River Gorge. Anything having to do with the outdoors is great. I love to travel. Last summer I spent a month in Europe and I cannot wait to go back. In high school, I played softball and was very involved in band. My high school teachers, particularly my math teacher, had a huge impact on my life. I am excited about influencing students by showing them the vast number of opportunities that math can open up for them. I believe that math exists in everything around us and can be a very exciting subject to learn. |
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Olivet High School in Olivet MI, 1994-1998 Grand Valley State University in Allendale, MI, 1998-2003 , BS in Mathematics and Statistics University of Kentucky, 2003 -present, MS in Mathematics. Olivet is a very small town in Southern Michigan. I grew up in the middle of the country, with the nearest town being located 7 miles from my house. The school itself was a relatively nice school, although compared to larger schools, we did not have nearly as many resources or opportunities for students. At GVSU (Grand Valley), I conducted research with Dr. Matthew Boelkins (who was a new teacher at that school). I participated in pretty much every math course I possibly could take, and under Dr. Boelkins, came to understand the finer details and a better overall understanding of Math. I graduated in 2002, but stuck around for another year to row on the crew team. On the crew (rowing) team, I met Sarah, who is my wife now and living with me here in Lexington. Together, she and I won various medals in rowing, which we still talk about to this day. At University of Kentucky, I am currently researching with Dr. Richard Millman in the hopes of attaining my Doctorate some day. Our research is over Differential Geometry, which is a great conversation starter for anyone! I enjoy teaching very much, and have had the opportunity to teach a variety of courses. I enjoyed teaching the math for future teachers course the most, as this gave me an opportunity to work with future teachers in the hope that they would pass on their newly learned information someday. I love to share ideas with people, which is why I will enjoy this project!! |
