Workshop overview
Think About Math! (TAM) is a workshop for students who are under-represented in mathematics based on gender identity including women, non-binary, trans, agender, and Two-Spirit folx, among others. The workshop is designed to ignite enthusiasm for mathematics, demonstrating that math is fun, relevant, and leads to exciting careers. TAM participants will meet with University of Waterloo Math graduates in various career fields and participate in activities exploring various mathematics applications.
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Workshop details
The TAM workshop is for students who are under-represented in mathematics based on gender identity including women, non-binary, trans, agender, and Two-Spirit folx, among others. Applicants must be in Grade 9 or 10, have an interest in mathematics, and be currently enrolled in a Canadian high school or middle school. The CEMC invites students of all mathematical abilities interested in learning about opportunities to apply to the TAM workshop.
*Why this audience?
Mathematics and computer science are powerful tools, and diversity among mathematicians and computer scientists increases the potential for positive impact. One of the CEMC’s primary objectives is to promote greater gender diversity in mathematics and computer science. The CEMC encourages all people with gender identities under-represented in mathematics and computer science to apply to and participate in all of our events as we endeavour to make our events and accommodations welcoming to people of all gender identities in attendance.
Participants attend sessions on math problem solving and meet with Waterloo Math graduates to learn about their study and career path. These activities help promote an interest in math among participants, motivating them to think about a career in math. Participants attending the workshop at the University of Waterloo get to tour the campus as a part of the workshop.
Two editions of this workshop are offered in-person each Spring at the University of Waterloo and in Toronto.
- Interested students who identify as gender minorities can fill out the TAM online application form once applications open in February.
- A math educator is required to fill out an online reference for the interested student.
- Based on these submissions, the CEMC will contact applicants about their selection status. If accepted, applicants will then be required to fill out a registration form with more information about logistics and pay the applicable fees to attend the workshop.
There is no fee to apply for the workshop. There is a $25 registration fee to be paid after selected applicants have received their confirmation package. Financial support to cover the cost of the workshop may be arranged for students in need. For more information about financial support, please contact Jen Nelson.
For any inquiries or questions, please feel free to contact us at cemc.events@uwaterloo.ca
