EDGE 2009: Profile Page

Alyssa Armstrong

Alyssa Armstrong is a recent graduate of Wittenberg University in Springfield, OH, and will be attending North Carolina State University where she will work to obtain her PhD in mathematics. She hopes to teach math at the undergraduate level after she finishes her degree. She enjoys knitting, cross-stitching, reading (especially outside), and likes to goof around. She cannot live without coffee, ice cream, and listening to music. She is excited to continue to add to her knowledge of math and hopes to develop her reasoning skills as well!

Christina Camps

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My name is Christina DeAnne Camps and I was born in Willingboro, NJ. I have lived in Texas, Georgia, Virginia, Maryland, and now I reside in Fayetteville, NC. I am the daughter of a pastor, my father, and a social worker, my mother. During my four years in high school I played varsity volleyball and basketball. After high school I attended Spelman College for two years and played on the basketball team.

In fall 2006 I transferred to North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University and was offered a job as a math tutor in the Math and Science Center. I recently became a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc. and graduated magna cum laude. I will be attending Howard University in the fall to obtain a Ph.D in Mathematics.

Jamye Curry

I was born in a small city (Tupelo) approximately 25 miles from my home of Pontotoc, Mississippi. I have always resided in Pontotoc, Mississippi. I attended kindergarten at Pontotoc Elementary School and graduated from Pontotoc High School with honors. I was athletic in school, played sports and I enjoyed participating in my community.

My name is Jamye Curry. I am a mathematics major. I attended undergrad at The University of Mississippi. I currently attend graduate school at The University of Mississippi pursuing a doctoral degree in mathematics. It is my goal to be successful professionally, and to assist in forming new ideas in mathematics. My goal is to have a profession in the field of Operational Research and give back to my community.

In conclusion, I live in Pontotoc, Mississippi. I have been fortunate to be able to travel to a lot of different and wonderful places with the company of my parents and brother when vacationing.

Sarah Khasawinah

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Sarah Khasawinah graduated from Bryn Mawr College in May 2009 where she majored in Mathematics and English. She believes strongly in "liberty and justice for all," and spends much of her time working to make this ideal a reality for everyone. She also enjoys building bridges with people from all backgrounds and standing up for causes that protect our human family. Hence, during her undergraduate years, she founded a beekeeping club to raise awareness about the importance of pollination for humanity. She also founded the Multi-faith Running Initiative through which women of diverse faith and running experiences came together to run the Philadelphia Half Marathon under the unexpected banner of unity and faith.

Sarah is currently training for her first ever marathon, The Niagara Falls International Marathon, and hopes you will join her on post-dawn runs in Georgia!

Nicole Kingsley

My name is Nicole Kingsley, and I’m from Pavilion, NY. I recently graduated from the State University of New York at Geneseo with a Bachelor’s degree in mathematics, and a minor in economics. I will be beginning a Ph.D. program, probably in applied math, at Iowa State University in the fall.

Some of my interests outside of mathematics include reading, watching baseball, and traveling. I also like decorating cakes, and have worked in a bakery for the past three years. Studying abroad last summer in Prague was one of my favorite college experiences, and I definitely hope to go back some day. I also did an REU in Portland, OR last summer, where my team and I explored the application of wavelets to the vocal identification of great horned owls. I loved Portland as well, and I’m really hoping to make it back there this year for Mathfest.

Arielle Leitner

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Arielle Leitner received her BS in mathematics from CSU, Chico in 2009. Next year, she will enter the Ph.D. program at UC Santa Barbara. She plans to study algebra. In the past two summers, she has participated in two REU's: in summer of 2007 on Arithmetic Derivatives and Number Theory under Ben Levitt, and in summer of 2008 on Universal Cycles under Anant Godbole.

Molly Moran

My name is Molly Moran. I am 22 years old and was born and raised in Colorado Springs, CO. I just graduated from Colorado College where I majored in mathematics and minored in French language. Some of my most memorable experiences during my time at CC were my tutoring sessions with elementary and middle school students, my semester abroad in the south of France, and my summer research with one of my professors in knot theory. My research experience, along with my experiences from the Summer Program for Women in Mathematics in July 2008, really opened my eyes to everything mathematics has to offer. I look forward to continuing my exploration of mathematics in graduate school at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee.

Melissa Ngamini

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My name is Melissa G Ngamini. I am the eldest of four. I have one sister Natasha who lives in Paris. A brother Mervyn that lives with her and the youngest of the family Darryl who lives in Dakar with my Dad. Even though I was born in the US, I pratically spent my whole life in Cameroon with my family. This is why I am more fluent in French than English.

My Childhood in Cameroon was pretty amazing, I got to go to many countries and learn about different cultures. It is during that time I fell in love with Mathematics and everything that is related to science. When I came back to the US to continue with my college education the science and mathematics field was just the right choice for me.

I got my BS in Pure Mathematics from Morgan State University and I am now hoping to get my PHD in Applied Mathematics form North Carolina State University

Anisah Nu'Man

Anisah Nu'Man is a Senior Mathematics Major from Decatur, Georgia. After graduating from Spelman College, Anisah aspires to attend graduate school and obtain a Ph.D. in Pure Mathematics. As an undergraduate student, Anisah has participated in various research programs. Anisah participated in the UNCF/MMUF 2007 Summer Institute ate Emory University in which began her research on climate analysis and mathematical modeling.

Following her summer at Emory University, Anisah participated in the ECSU-NAM Computational Program at Elizabeth City State University and worked as a peer tutor for Women in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (WiSTEM), a pre-freshmen summer program at Spelman College. As well as participating in undergraduate research, Anisah is also Co-captain of the Spelman College Mock Trial Team, CEO of POSSE, a member of the Muslim Student Association and the Spelman College Math Club. Currently, she is doing research on the impact of El-Niño and La-Nina phases on temperature and precipitation levels in Georgia with Dr. Monica Stephens.

Corrine Previte

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I was born in Redlands, California and have lived here my whole life. I have recently earned my Bachelor’s of Science from the University of Redlands where I majored in Mathematics and minored in Women’s Studies. My favorite topics in Mathematics include Number Theory and Cryptography. My senior thesis was an examination of the Quadratic Sieve and Elliptic Curve Method which are two factorization techniques. Some of the highlights from my four years at U of R include: President of Math Club, co-chair of the Membership Committee for Mortar Board, peer advising, tutoring, and grading. In the fall, I will be attending Colorado State University to earn my PhD in Mathematics. When I have free time, I enjoy going to the beach, reading, watching hockey, watching movies, and traveling. I’m really excited about the EDGE program and I look forward to meeting everyone this summer!

Chaya Rosens

I am completing my first year in the PhD program at Stony Brook University. Over this year I have been exposed to more mathematics, and this has strengthened my interest in studying math. I have developed a particular interest in studying differential geometry, partially because the math department at Stony Brook is especially well-known for its focus on geometry.

Over the summer I will be preparing to take the comprehensive exams at Stony Brook. I hope to broaden my academic horizons while I meet everyone in the program. I am looking forward.

Arianne Ross

My name is Arianne Dominique Ross. I am a graduate of Spelman College where I earned a Bachelor’s of Arts degree in Mathematics. I am moving forward to pursue a PhD in Mathematics at Iowa State University. I have a passion for mathematics and education. Upon receiving my PhD I plan to become a professor of Mathematics at a liberal arts college.

I was born in New Orleans and moved to Atlanta when I was nine years old. Both cities have helped shape me into the woman I am today. I have the spirit distinct to New Orleans Natives, the kind that appreciates spicy food, and cultural diversity. I also have the strength that growing up in Atlanta gives you, the kind that is aware of social and economic hardship and prosperity.

My name is Alicia Ranae Smith. I am a military brat, born in Okinawa, Japan but I now reside in Goldsboro, North Carolina. I am a May 2009 graduate of Winston-Salem State University. I have two sisters, Andrea (19) and Ashley (15). Since April 2007 I have been a member of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Incorporated. I enjoy cooking and playing with my dog, Tank.

Ashley J Sullivan

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Ashley J. Sullivan became a Spelman Alumna on May 17, 2009. While at Spelman she majored in mathematics and shared an interest in chemistry. Ms. Sullivan was very much involved in various activities throughout her matriculation Spelman. While at Spelman, Ms. Sullivan was president of the Math Club, Community Service Chair of the Student Health Associates and Peer Educators, Chair of Relay for Life South Fulton/Spelman, a Peer Facilitator for several courses, and volunteered to tutor at Friendship Baptist Church.

Ms. Sullivan remained busy, however she always maintained academic integrity throughout her studies and research projects. She enjoys swimming, tutoring, community service, math, and being the social person she is. Ms. Sullivan is ready and willing to engage in anything due to her passion to serve and educate the community.

Heather Walling

I am Heather Walling. My hometown is in the Binghamton, NY area, and I recently graduated from SUNY Fredonia in Western NY. I earned a degree in both Adolescent Math Education and Mathematics. Student teaching this past semester was one of the highlights of my college career; I loved it and had so much fun!

One of my favorite things (besides math, of course) is music, and I have played the saxophone since fourth grade. Not only do I like playing music, I like listening to it; eclectic does not even begin to describe the songs that are on my play list. I love Broadway/musicals and have seen many shows (at least 14!), and I also like to read, play a few video games, and be outside. I like having a lot of fun and being silly! Starting in the fall, I am going to attend Syracuse University.