Some of the past and future offerings of the Department of Mathematics and Statistics at Sacramento State
A friendly lightning-talk competition where students will have just 3 minutes each to wow the audience with their favorite mathematical insight, real-world application, or intriguing mystery. The audience helps decide who takes home the prizes! If you're interested in giving a talk, please sign up by October 16: bit.ly/epsilonTalk2026. For more information, see the event flyer. To request an ASL/English interpreter or other accommodation contact sayonita.ghoshhajra@csus.edu 10 days prior to event.
Test your problem-solving skills and teamwork in the 4th annual Estimathon. Teams work together to estimate answers to a variety of problems, ranging from everyday scenarios to more challenging questions that require creative and critical thinking. The team with the most accurate estimates will win the competition! Students from all levels of mathematics courses are welcome to participate—no advanced mathematics experience is required. There will be pizza for attendees (while supplies last) and prizes for the winning team, along with plenty of opportunities to have fun with math and collaborate with fellow students. Requests for ASL/English Interpreter or other accommodations: please contact sayonita.ghoshhajra@csus.edu 5 days prior to event. For more information, see the event flyer.
Join us for our yearly Integration Bee! Cash prizes for the top three finishers, and pizza for everyone! For more information, see the event flyer. Accomodation requests should be sent to a.behzadan@csus.edu.
A friendly lightning-talk competition where 10+ students will have just 3 minutes each to wow the audience with their favorite mathematical insight, real-world application, or intriguing mystery. The audience helps decide who takes home the prizes! For more information, see the event flyer. To request an ASL/English interpreter or other accommodation contact sayonita.ghoshhajra@csus.edu 10 days prior to event.
Get ready for a fun mix of math, creativity, and teamwork! Unfold your imagination with origami and test your problem-solving skills and teamwork in Estimathon. Pizza for all, and prizes for the winning team! This event is open to all students—no prerequisites! Requests for ASL/English Interpreter or other accommodations: please contact sayonita.ghoshhajra@csus.edu 10 days prior to event. For more information, see the event flyer.
A friendly lightning-talk competition where 10 students will have just 3 minutes each to wow the audience with their favorite mathematical insight, real-world application, or intriguing mystery. The audience helps decide who takes home the prizes! For more information, see the event flyer.