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WKU Mathematics

We train future mathematicians, scientists, teachers, engineers, and anyone else interested in the beauty and usefulness of mathematics.

This page serves as an online community for current and former students and faculty/staff (and fans) of the Mathematics program at Western Kentucky University.

08/25/2026

Join Pi Mu Epsilon for their first MASS (Math Alumni Speaker Series) event of the semester! The speaker is Rachel (Turner) Roberts (BA ‘18), a Sr BI Engineer at Humana.

Rachel will highlight how studying mathematics at WKU has been beneficial to her in her career. This will be followed by a Q&A session. She will be speaking to us via Zoom on Tuesday, September 1, at 4:00 PM. You have the option of joining in person (COHH 3119, where snacks will be provided) or via Zoom (https://wku.zoom.us/j/95787883605).

08/24/2026

Happy first day of Fall 2026 classes!!!

If you’re looking for your MATH or STAT class, you can find it at the top of the hill in College High Hall (COHH), Kelly Thompson Hall (KTH), or Snell Hall (SH).

🔴 The department office is located in COHH 4124. Stop by if you ever have any questions or issues!
⚪️ There’s a student lounge in COHH 3100.
🔴 The Math Tutoring Lab is in COHH 2125.
⚪️ Need to rent a TI-84 calculator for the semester? Ask your instructor about the Calculator Rental Program (or visit our website).

❓❔ Have any questions? Drop them in the comments!

08/14/2026

Introducing our new Instructor in the WKU Department of Mathematics, Cody Watkins!

Originally from Auburn, KY, Mr. Watkins holds bachelor’s and master’s degrees in mathematics from Murray State University. His academic background is in fractal geometry, with a broader interest in intuitive mathematical structures and how students build conceptual understanding.

Mr. Watkins’s favorite aspect of teaching is helping students experience the moment when a difficult idea suddenly ‘clicks’, especially through visual reasoning, storytelling, and hands on exploration. He enjoys watching students (especially those who are convinced they are ‘not math people’) gain confidence.

Fun fact: Mr. Watkins is a lifelong science fiction fan and can talk for hours about how mathematical ideas show up in world building and storytelling.

Mr. Watkins looks forward to meeting all his new students, teaching them the subject he loves, and helping them however he can. Please join us in welcoming him to the WKU Mathematics family!

07/27/2026

Want to see another WKU Mathematics alum compete on a game show?

Rebecca (Warren) Price (BA ‘21, MA ‘24) put her trivia knowledge to the test as a contestant on Season 5 of FOX’s The Floor! Catch her episodes streaming on Hulu and Disney+ and cheer on another outstanding member of the WKU Math family.

Western Kentucky University
WKU Alumni
Ogden College of Science & Engineering at WKU

07/25/2026

The Comeback King strikes again! WKU Mathematics alum Matthew Riggle (BA 2016, MS 2018) is a two-day Jeopardy! champion!

After a slow start in the first round, Matthew came back in Double Jeopardy!, boosted by his getting both Daily Doubles. His strong performance gave him the lead going into Final Jeopardy!. Even though Final Jeopardy! was a Triple Stumper, Matthew's smart wagering secured his win.

Since yesterday's episode was the season finale, we have to wait until the season premiere on September 14 to see Matthew compete again. We can't wait to cheer him on then!

Western Kentucky University
WKU Alumni
Ogden College of Science & Engineering at WKU

07/24/2026

Did you watch WKU Mathematics alum (BA 2016, MS 2018) Matthew Riggle's amazing win on Jeopardy! yesterday? If you didn't, you have another chance to watch him today!

After his opponent (and the returning champion) Dean was successful on two True Daily Doubles, Matthew fought his way back from a $16,600 deficit in Double Jeopardy! to carry just a $200 lead going into the final round. His correct answer and $23,801 wager in Final Jeopardy! gave him the win!

It was an exciting game, and we couldn't be prouder of Matthew! Make sure to watch him today on the season finale of Jeopardy!

Western Kentucky University
WKU Alumni
Ogden College of Science & Engineering at WKU

07/13/2026

Answer: This WKU Mathematics alum (BA 2016, MS 2018) will appear as a contestant on Jeopardy! on July 23.

Question: Who is Matthew Riggle?

Congratulations to Matthew! We're excited to cheer him on as he takes the Jeopardy! stage on Thursday, July 23. Be sure to tune in and join the WKU Mathematics family in wishing him the very best of luck!

Western Kentucky University
Ogden College of Science & Engineering at WKU
WKU Alumni

07/08/2026

You are cordially invited to attend Emmanuel Siyanbola's Thesis Defense.

Title: HYBRID DEEP LEARNING FOR BITCOIN VOLATILITY AND VALUE-AT-RISK FORECASTING

Date/Time: July 13, 2026, 08:30 AM

Zoom: https://wku.zoom.us/j/5320857291?omn=91729300129

07/04/2026

You are cordially invited to attend Sukurat Kofoworola's Thesis Defense.

Title: Mathematical Modeling of the Behavioral Responses to Mammalian Grazing Exposing Insect Herbivores to Avian Predation

Date/Time: July 7, 2026 10:00 AM

Zoom: https://wku.zoom.us/j/92175472045

06/29/2026

Please join us for the thesis defense of Andrew Adegoju.

Title: Computational Approaches to Partitioned Versions of the Erdos–Szekeres Theorem Using Linear Optimization
Date: Thursday, July 2, 2026
Time: 12:00 PM
Location: COHH 2127

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