Meet the Team at Mathnasium of Deer Creek

Sam

I am about as nerdy as you can imagine, but simultaneously I consider myself pretty well rounded. I have a great love for math and physics. My dream job would be to do research and development on Quantum Computers. I like to stay active, whether it be rock climbing or hanging out with my friends. In my free time I find myself playing a lot of video games or pondering the mysteries of the universe.

How far have you gone in your math studies: I’ve taken up through Multivariable Calculus and Differential Equations

GET TO KNOW: SAM
If you were a cartoon, which one would you be and why?
I think I would be BMO from Adventure Time. They’re a living video game console/computer.

What is the weirdest thing you have ever eaten?
Mole mole is that weird but it was not what I was expecting!

What do you do to have fun?
I like to play video games, go rock climbing, and play guitar.

What's your biggest pet peeve?
When people call themselves stupid or just acquiesce to say that they’re “just bad” at something.

If you could have an unlimited supply of one thing, what would it be?
Time.

What’s your favorite “math” joke?
A man was attending a pi eating contest, but halfway through his second pi he stopped, looked around, and said, “This is irrational.”

I love Mathnasium because…
It’s a true pleasure to get to meet so many families and make an impact in their lives, whether that be giving an already successful student the fuel for their fire that they want, or helping a student that’s struggling catch up to their true potential.

Noah

I am a student at UCO studying Electrical Engineering with the goal of working in the Astronautical field! I love everything space and am very excited at the prospect of participating in the start of our expansion beyond the Earth. While I’m still down here on our home planet, I’m keeping myself busy with providing a Math education for both myself and the students I work with. On top of managing the center, I’m also working on research through UCO’s math department to analyze Electrocardiogram data!

How far have you gone in your math studies: Minor in Mathematics, additional work in Numerical Linear Algebra, and various mathematical concepts in upper division electrical engineering classes.

GET TO KNOW: NOAH
If you were a cartoon, which one would you be and why?
Probably R2-D2 from the Star Wars cartoons! I just really relate to their bubbly attitude and large vocabulary.

What is the weirdest thing you have ever eaten?
Kimchi! I would not label myself as an adventurous eater, so even that was quite a leap for myself. Turns out I’m a fan!

What do you do to have fun?
I enjoy challenging myself, whether it’s through a physical activity like rock climbing or a mental activity like challenging video games!

What's your biggest pet peeve?
When I ask someone to close the door and they leave it open when they exit!

If you could have an unlimited supply of one thing, what would it be?
Unlimited genies for unlimited wishes!

What’s your favorite “math” joke?
How many mathematicians does it task to screw in a light bulb? This problem is trivial and has been left as an exercise for the reader.

I love Mathnasium because…
Mathnasium allows the opportunity to cultivate a learning environment not pressured by deadlines or expectations. Students are able to develop at their own pace, and can grow regardless of what their history with the subject was!

Annalise

I am a senior at OSU majoring in Music Industry. I am involved in a small women’s ensemble at OSU, and we will be traveling to Europe this summer to compete against choirs from around the world! I love singing, reading, hiking, card games, and spending time with my family!

How far have you gone in your math studies: Calculus 1

GET TO KNOW: ANNALISE
If you were a cartoon, which one would you be and why?
I would be Vanellope von Schweetz because we are both tiny and feisty, but we love to have fun.

What is the weirdest thing you have ever eaten?
I once had a burger on vacation that had a donut bun, egg, beef, cheese, peanut butter, and bacon. I was skeptical, but it was so good!

What do you do to have fun?
I like to read, play card games, and play Mario Kart!

What's your biggest pet peeve?
When people make other people feel bad about themselves.

If you could have an unlimited supply of one thing, what would it be?
Energy, so I can do all the things!

What’s your favorite “math” joke?
What is a swimmer’s favorite math? DIVE-ision

I love Mathnasium because…
I love being able to help students grow more confident in themselves and in their math skills!

Kylie

I am a current UCO student obtaining a bachelors in Math. I am 20 years old and have loved doing math since the fifth grade. I hope to become a teacher when I finish college, but any job that has me doing math is great too!

How far have you gone in your math studies: Up to Calculus 4

GET TO KNOW: KYLIE
If you were a cartoon, which one would you be and why?
Spongebob! It's easily the best cartoon, and I think I have Spongebob-esque humor.

What is the weirdest thing you have ever eaten?
I licked the floor of a bus once. I will not elaborate.

What do you do to have fun?
I stitch blankets or play video games.

What's your biggest pet peeve?
People that eat with their mouth open.

If you could have an unlimited supply of one thing, what would it be?
I'd have an unlimited supply of Diet Dr. Pepper. It's the best drink out there.

What’s your favorite “math” joke?
A Roman walks into a candy shop, holds up two fingers and says, "Five sodas, please!"

I love Mathnasium because…
I love teaching math!

Sigma

I am a professional Mechanical Engineer in Training. I work at the University of Michigan. I have been tutoring students from pre K to college level for about 12 years now. Besides, I like to travel, ride horses, swim and love meeting people and making friends!!

How far have you gone in your math studies: I have a Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering. The highest math class that I have taken is Differential Equations. I have tutored Business Calculus, College Algebra, Linear Algebra, Logic and Critical thinking classes for about 4 years while working at UCO. I have tested out of Calculus II while clearing Calculus I in the same semester. Done various interstate math jeopardies, integration bees, etc. and numerous math Olympiads with numerous medals and 1st, 2nd, 3rd prizes.

GET TO KNOW: SIGMA
If you were a cartoon, which one would you be and why?
Jerry mouse, because I love mice: they are little but super wise!!

What is the weirdest thing you have ever eaten?
Chili flavored ice cream. Of course, had to throw it away later!

What do you do to have fun?
Adventures, road trips, horse riding, swimming.

What's your biggest pet peeve?
People lying or showing off.

If you could have an unlimited supply of one thing, what would it be?
Strength.

What’s your favorite “math” joke?
Romans found math to be too easy and not challenging at all because X was always 10!

I love Mathnasium because…
Working with students and doing an unlimited amount of math with them is therapy for me. The goal is not just to learn to get correct answers with help. The goal is to learn how to properly represent each and every step, have confidence in your answers, and find out the best and most time efficient way out of the plethora of ways to get an answer.