Majoring & Minoring

Programs and Requirements

• Mathematics Major
• Computer Science and Mathematics Major
• Computer Science Major
• Mathematics Minor
• Computer Science Minor

The department offers three majors and two minors with several tracks depending on individual student interests. Entry into the mathematical sciences curriculum is determined by placement or consultation with the department.

At the heart of the department’s curriculum is the development of conceptual and computational intuition, sophistication in the analysis of complicated structures, and, most importantly, the interplay of these two with broadly based sets of technical skills and techniques. Advice about individual situations can be obtained from the department.

College Catalog

For more information about the Mathematical Sciences programs and requirements, see Lewis & Clark College Catalog: Mathematical Sciences.

Non-Majors: Perspectives Classes

The department offers perspectives courses in computer science, mathematics, and statistics especially designed for the non-major. These courses meet the core requirements in scientific and quantitative reasoning.

Additional Courses on Diverse Topics

Math 490 and CS 495 offer venues for faculty to offer courses tailored to faculty and student interests. These topics may be a continuataion of an existing course or explore new areas. These may be offered alternate years.

Previous Math 490 Courses have included:
Math Modeling
History and Philosophy of Mathematics
Advanced Linear Algebra
Cryptography

Previous CS 495 courses have included:
Software Development
Advanced Computer Graphics
Parallel Computing
Computer Programming Competition
Artificial Intelligence
Computer Networking

Department Hikes

Every Fall, the department invites students to go for a hike in the Mt. Hood Wilderness and enjoy a BBQ and games at a professor’s cabin. Check out our “News” items for pictures of recent hikes.