Annual "Celebration of Mind" Event Creates Mathematical Wonderland through Puzzles, Games
FAYETTEVILLE -- A Celebration of Mind is a world-wide tribute to popular American writer Martin Gardner who paved the path for recreational mathematics. He excited generations about mathematics and magic, through puzzles, games and ideas by exposing the beauty, fun and power of mathematics in his long-running Scientific American column and many books.
The 4th annual event hosted by the department of mathematical sciences in the Fulbright College engages and challenges students of all ages in the spirit of Gardner, linking activities, games and puzzles to the Common Core State Standards for Mathematics.
Students who participate in the mathematics-themed booths will be eligible to win prizes including math puzzles, backpacks and items donated by the department of athletics and local businesses. Information about University of Arkansas admissions, financial aid and scholarships, as well as the Honors College will be available.
The celebration will take place from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, November 9 in the Verizon Ballroom of the Arkansas Union. Parking is available in the Union Station Parking Garage off Stadium Drive.
Junior high and high school students, parents/guardians and teachers are encouraged to attend. The event is free and open to the public.
Follow the event on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/UACelebrationofMind, visit online at http://math.uark.edu/6489.php or contact the department of mathematical sciences at 479-575-4682.
Contacts
Shannon Dingman, assistant professor
Department of mathematical sciences
479-575-3494,
sdingman@uark.edu
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