Annual mathematics competition to be held on April 29

The Texas A&M UniversityTexarkana College of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics will hold the annual mathematics competition for high school students Saturday, April 29.

The competition supports and recognizes the achievements of high school mathematics students in Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, Trig/Precalculus and Calculus.

“We are excited to be able to organize and host this event, where regional high school students can visit the A&MTexarkana campus and showcase their talents and mathematical abilities,” Dr. David Reavis, interim dean of the College of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics stated in a press release. “By participating, students will become familiar with our students and faculty and with what our university and colleges have to offer. They may even choose to pursue their college education with us once they see what we are all about.”

Contestants will meet at 9:30 a.m. in Eagle Hall of the University Center and will be assigned to testing rooms. Tests will be given from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m., with an awards ceremony set for 11:45 a.m.

Trophies will be awarded to the top three scorers in each contest. The top scorer in each contest will receive a $100 scholarship. The best overall performer will receive a $500 scholarship.

Scholarships are provided by Dr. Jauquita Hargus, professor emeritus.

“The students will be asked challenging, yet reasonable questions in their respective subjects,” Dr. Debe Kincaid, associate professor of mathematics, stated in a press release. “It is a great opportunity to showcase the wonderful teaching and learning opportunities that are taking place in our area high schools.”

Contest registration is $3 per student.

To register and for more information, go to tamut.edu/ math-competition or contact Kincaid at (903) 334-6679 or Tana Pool at 903-334-6676.