About the Department of Mathematics
Giving every student the firm foundation in mathematics that is necessary for success in today’s rapidly changing world.
Department of Mathematics
What We Do
From its modest beginning in 1848, the department has evolved into a modern one emphasizing quality instruction in a research environment. The goal is to give every student, from freshmen enrolled in college algebra, to students in business calculus, to doctoral candidates, the firm foundation in mathematics that is necessary for success in today’s rapidly changing world.
It is a department aware of the importance of both theory and applications, as it looks forward to further advancement in future.
Who We Are
The University of Mississippi is categorized as an R1 research institution, which means that our faculty are at the top of their fields and actively conducting groundbreaking research. It also means students work and study alongside some of the best.
The Department of Mathematics is home to faculty with expertise in Analysis, Combinatorics, Dynamical Systems, Number Theory, and Statistics & Probability.
What We Offer
GRAD
Prepare for a career in statistics, mathematics, or teaching at the university level.
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GRAD
Prepare for a career in statistics, mathematics, or teaching at the university level or for future doctoral research.
- Oxford
GRAD
Prepare for a career in statistics, mathematics, and conduct new research in these fields.
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Welcome from the Chair
We are thrilled to welcome you into our vibrant community of scholars, educators, and students, all united by a passion for exploring the beauty and power of mathematics. Our commitment to excellence in teaching, research, and mentorship fosters an environment where curiosity is encouraged, and knowledge flourishes. We provide rigorous undergraduate and graduate programs that equip you for successful careers in academia, statistics, actuarial science, and beyond. With funding from prestigious organizations like the Simons Foundation and the National Science Foundation, our accomplished faculty are dedicated to guiding you toward academic and professional success.
Talmage James Reid
Chair and Professor of Mathematics
Department Leadership and Support
Talmage Reid
- Chair and Professor of Mathematics
Laura Sheppardson
- Associate Chair and Associate Professor of Mathematics
Cody Harville
- Lecturer in Mathematics and Coordinator of Freshman Mathematics
Hope Menzel
- Instructor in Mathematics and Coordinator of Developmental Mathematics
Jeremy Clark
- Associate Professor of Mathematics and Graduate Program Coordinator
Bing Wei
- Professor of Mathematics and Graduate Program Coordinator
Robert Hunt
- Senior Lecturer in Mathematics and Computer Specialist Mathematics Lab Administrator
Marilyn Lisa Coleman
- Administrative Coordinator I
Anabell Elsner
- Project Coordinator
Analysis
Qingying Bu
- Professor of Mathematics
Erwin Mina
- Professor of Mathematics
Combinatorics
Lina Li
- Assistant Professor of Mathematics
Talmage Reid
- Chair and Professor of Mathematics
Laura Sheppardson
- Associate Chair and Associate Professor of Mathematics
Bing Wei
- Professor of Mathematics and Graduate Program Coordinator
Haidong Wu
- Professor of Mathematics
Lei Zhong
- Visiting Assistant Professor of Mathematics
Dynamical Systems
Sasa Kocic
- Professor of Mathematics
Samuel Lisi
- Associate Professor of Mathematics
Number Theory
Ayla Gafni
- Associate Professor of Mathematics
Thai Hoang Le
- Associate Professor of Mathematics
Chao Liu
- Instructional Assistant Professor of Mathematics
Micah Milinovich
- Professor of Mathematics
Statistics and Probability
Jeremy Clark
- Associate Professor of Mathematics and Graduate Program Coordinator
Xin Dang
- Professor of Mathematics
Martial Longla
- Associate Professor of Mathematics
Dao Nguyen
- Associate Professor of Mathematics
Hailin Sang
- Professor of Mathematics
Administrative and Instructional Faculty
Michael Azlin
- Senior Lecturer in Mathematics
Kim Cayson
- Lecturer in Mathematics
Brad Check
- Instructor in Mathematics
Jerry Dwyer
- Director of the Center for STEM Learning and Professor of Mathematics
Ginger Flanagan
- Instructor in Mathematics
Erica Gillentine
- Instructional Associate Professor of Mathematics
Cody Harville
- Lecturer in Mathematics and Coordinator of Freshman Mathematics
Kayla Harville
- Lecturer in Mathematics
Kelvin Holmes
- Lecturer in Mathematics
Robert Hunt
- Senior Lecturer in Mathematics and Computer Specialist Mathematics Lab Administrator
Julie Jones
- Senior Lecturer in Mathematics
Soo Yeon Lee
- Instructional Assistant Professor of Mathematics
Chao Liu
- Instructional Assistant Professor of Mathematics
Neranjan Marasinghe
- Instructional Assistant Professor of Mathmatics
Hope Menzel
- Instructor in Mathematics and Coordinator of Developmental Mathematics
Ginger Newsom
- Lecturer in Mathematics
Lanzhen Song
- Lecturer in Mathematics
Sandra Spiroff
- Assistant Dean of Professional Development and Communication and Professor of Mathematics
Camille Steiner
- Instructor in Mathematics
Jon-Michael Wimberly
- Lecturer in Mathematics
Qin Zhang
- Lecturer in Mathematics
Graduate Instructors
| Name | Name | |||
| Annette Shinn | ajshinn@olemiss.edu | James Torrent | jtorrent@olemiss.edu | |
| Anuj Verma | averma@olemiss.edu | Lane Paxton | lcpaxton@olemiss.edu | |
| Asanka Hewage | asanjeew@olemiss.edu | Micah Carrisoza | mjcarris@olemiss.edu | |
| Chalani Pathirana | cepathir@olemiss.edu | Regine Imandi | rcimandi@olemiss.edu | |
| Collin Cartwright | cmcartwr@olemiss.edu | Shunzhe Zhang | szhang12@olemiss.edu | |
| Gurveer Kaur | gkaur6@olemiss.edu | Yingze Zhao | yzhao12@olemiss.edu |
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ALEKS – Assessment and Learning in Knowledge Spaces
ALEKS PPL is an A.I. powered, web-based learning system used to place students in appropriate math classes.
Learn more about ALEKS Placement -
Mathematics Graduate Students
Learn more about our current Masters and Ph.D. graduate students and their fields.
View Mathematics Graduate Students
Mathematics Emeriti
Meet the honorable faculty who have retired from the Department of Mathematics.
Name | Title | Name | Title | |
| Gerard Buskes | Professor Emeritus of Mathematics | Professor Emeritus of Mathematics, former Chair of Mathematics and Dean of the CLA | ||
| Donald Cole | Associate Professor Emeritus of Mathematics, former Assistant Provost and Assistant to the Chancellor for Multicultural Affairs | Professor Emeritus of Mathematics | ||
| Iwo Labuda | Chair Emeritus and Professor Emeritus of Mathematics | Professor Emeritus of Mathematics |
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