School of Mathematics and Sciences
Chair: Dr. Jac Cole
Office: D. W. Johnston Center, Room 206
Telephone: (931) 363-2076
E-mail: jcole57@utsouthern.edu
Full-Time Faculty
Professor: Cole
Associate Professors: Aust, Belford, Hanes, Mattingly, Wakefield, Watkins
Assistant Professors: Badolato, Chee, Cosby, Eskew, Scherr
Instructors: R. Richardson, Rogers
Adjunct Faculty: Asadi, Crye, Doss, Eubanks, Sharp
The mission of the School of Mathematics and Sciences is to offer courses and programs that assist students in developing inquisitive and analytical minds required to appreciate the mechanics of the world and its environments. The school encourages scholarship, skeptical inquiry, and the free exchange of ideas within the classroom and laboratory. The faculty of math and natural sciences is committed to excellence in teaching and learning and to working closely with other Schools in fulfilling the mission of the University of Tennessee Southern in providing undergraduate educational programs grounded in the liberal arts and sciences that are designed to prepare students for future careers and lives of continued learning.
The School of Mathematics and Sciences includes the academic disciplines of biology, chemistry, computer information systems, mathematics, and physical science, offering bachelor degrees in Biology, Chemistry, Computer Information Systems, Cybersecurity, and Mathematics. Students majoring in Biology can choose a concentration in Wildlife Biology and Ecology, Biomedical Sciences and Biotechnology, or General Biology. Each of the degree programs can prepare students to enter graduate or professional programs or to work in entry-level positions in different areas of biology. Students majoring in Chemistry can choose a concentration in Biochemistry, Forensics, and General Chemistry. Any of these degree programs can prepare students to enter graduate or professional programs or to work in a laboratory setting. The Mathematics major prepares students to enter graduate school, work in mathematical modeling in industry, or work in other quantitative fields. The Cybersecurity major includes courses in mathematics, computer science, criminal justice, and business, and it prepares graduates for multiple careers in cybersecurity, including both technical and managerial paths. Students majoring in Computer Information Systems can choose a concentration in Application Development and Support, Database Management, or Networking and Information Assurance. Any of these degree programs can prepare students to enter graduate or professional programs or to work in an industry or research setting.
The School of Mathematics and Sciences also offers programs in secondary licensure for Mathematics and Science/Biology.
Students may also minor in Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, Cybersecurity, and Sustainability.