Spotlight on Faculty
On this page we will spotlight
individual members of the Sciences' faculty and support 
staff.
The spotlight shines on Ms. Cathy W. Carter
Title: Professor of Mathematics.
Courses being taught: Math 105 Finite Math ; Math 117 Precalculus ; and Math 129 Functions and Engineering Calculus.
Other Courses recently taught: Math 101 Fundamentals of Algebra; Math 105 Finite Mathematics; Math 131 Calculus I; Math 232 Calculus III; Math 309 Probability; and Math 405 Discrete Mathematics.
Length of service at CBU: Ms. Carter has been teaching at CBU since 1986.
Formal Education: Ms. Carter earned her B.A.
and an M.A. in mathematics from the
Professional Interests: Her professional interests are in mathematics
education. Her recent work has concentrated on attracting non-majors to
the benefits of learning and using mathematics.
When attending workshops and conferences, she looks for things that she
can incorporate in her classes to make math more accessible. Calculator-based laboratories (CBL’s) are one such vehicle. Recent workshops include: Viewpoints –
integrating mathematics and art; Teachmap – teaching
introductory mathematics through applications, and MAA’s
Mathematics and Biology – introducing current research projects where
biologists and mathematicians collaborate.
Background:
She was born and raised in
Interests:
She enjoys water sports
including swimming and boating. Although
her skill level isn’t high, she enjoys both water and snow skiing when the
opportunities arise. Any of these
activities are enhanced if they include any of her 18 nieces and nephews. In fact, her most important interest is
anything involving her nieces and nephews.
Enjoyable activities with them range from watching their sporting events
to helping with their math homework!
Home Page: www.cbu.edu/~ccarter
For previous spotlighted faculty in the School of Sciences, see the archives.
For more information, contact Dr. Johnny B. Holmes, Dean. Send e-mail now to jholmes@cbu.edu