Suzanne Weekes

Suzanne L. Weekes
Nationality American
Alma mater University of Michigan
Known for MSRI Undergraduate Program
Scientific career
Fields Mathematics
Institutions Worcester Polytechnic Institute
Doctoral advisor E. Harabetian

Suzanne L. Weekes is a professor of Mathematical Sciences at Worcester Polytechnic Institute. She is a cofounder of the Mathematical Sciences Research Institute Undergraduate Program.[1]

Education

Weekes graduated in 1989 from Indiana University with a major in mathematics and a minor in computer science.[1] She went on to get an MS in applied mathematics in 1990 and a PhD in Mathematics and scientific computing in 1995 at the University of Michigan.[2]

Career

Weekes is the co-director of the Preparation for Industrial Careers in Mathematical Sciences, which helps faculty in the U.S. engage their students with Industrial math research. She is a professor of mathematical sciences at Worcester Polytechnic Institute as well as a cofounder of MSRI-UP, a research experience for undergraduates that aims to increase under represented groups in math programs by providing them with research opportunities.[1]

Awards and recognition

In 2015, Weekes received the Denise Nicoletti Trustees' Award for Service to Community.[3]

References

  1. 1 2 3 Sciences, Network of Minorities in Mathematical. "Mathematically Gifted and Black : Suzanne Weekes". www.mathematicallygiftedandblack.com. Retrieved 2017-04-08.
  2. ↑ "Suzanne L. Weekes @ WPI". users.wpi.edu. Retrieved 2017-04-08.
  3. ↑ "Awards for Excellence in Teaching, Research, Advising, and Community Service Presented at Honors Convocation | News | WPI". www.wpi.edu. Retrieved 2017-04-08.
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