Mu Alpha Theta Personal Statement

Mu Alpha Theta and my chapter have been a platform for me to network with likeminded people who are as passionate as me about the discipline of mathematics. Connecting with peers and professors has allowed me to not only learn from but also contribute to a community dedicated to academic progress and mathematical achievement. Also, involvement in my chapter has availed me opportunities to take on leadership positions, like Chapter Secretary, Vice President, and President, each of which honed my leadership skills. Organizing chapter events and meetings, participating in a community service event on campus, attending mathematics competition training sessions, and helping with recruitment efforts are just a few highlights from my chapter involvement.
Even though mathematics captured my interest back in my high school years with its complexity and beauty, college classes and Mu Alpha Theta have only fed my desire to learn more. Discovering the countless applications of mathematics and how it is a fundamental language of all sciences amazed me and opened my eyes to the creativity that is possible through mathematics. Furthermore, discussing mathematical topics and problems with fellow Mu …show more content…
These people were energetic about mathematics and never considered my academic interests odd. My chapter advisor and fellow members urged me to participated in the mathematics competition training sessions on campus which prepared students for the Garden State Undergraduate Mathematics Competition. I did participate and then at the 2017 competition, I ended up ranking ninth overall in the state of New Jersey and tying for top female and my team ranked fifteenth. This achievement and others like taking Differential Equations in the first semester of my freshman year and participating in a special research project in my sophomore year have made me eager for future academic