DRP Mentor Applications for Fall 2024 are now open! Please note that the program now has two tiers: DRP-Reading and DRP-Research.
Note: Mentors/mentees may apply for DRP-Reading and DRP-Research, but may only participate in one project per term.
Prospective DRP-Reading undergraduate student (mentees) applicants:
The program is open to current undergraduate students at every stage of their studies, who identify as women or under-represented gender identities. Each undergraduate will be paired with a graduate student based on their survey responses and project preferences.
At the end of the program, each mentee will receive a certified letter from the WiM committee which they can use in their CV distinguishing them as bright and curious individuals. This is a great way to not only explore new mathematics but also meet new mathematicians!
Requirements for DRP-Reading mentees
The DRP-Reading mentee is required to meet with their mentor at least once every two weeks for about an hour to discuss their progress towards the goal of the project. The mentee should complete the meeting report after every team meeting, so there is a minimum of one report every two weeks. The mentee should expect about 3–5 hours of work per week between meetings. At the end of the program, the mentee must give a 10–15 minute final presentation on their project. Presentations can also be collaborative if there are multiple students in the group, with a 15–20 minute presentation.
If you are an undergraduate student, please click the button below to apply. Applications will close on Friday, August 2, 2024.
Prospective DRP-Reading graduate student (mentors) applicants:
The program is open to current graduate students of all genders in Math. Graduate students will gain experience in project mentorship and communicating mathematics. In addition, this is a great way to not only explore new mathematics but also befriend new mathematicians in the faculty!
Graduate students admitted to the program and who lead their reading projects to completion will be awarded the Women in Mathematics Directed Reading Program Mentorship (WiM DRP-Reading) award, valued at $1000.
Graduate students can submit their applications for Fall 2024 DRP-Reading program by clicking the button below. Applications will close on Sunday, July 14, 2024.