SEMO Math Department, One University Plaza, Cape Girardeau, MO (2026)

05/08/2026

Today, the College of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics honored faculty and staff members who will retire after this academic year. Among them was the Department of Mathematics’ own Dr. Henry Clark.

Dr. Clark has been with the department since August 2010. For the past 16 years, he has left a lasting impact on every student he taught and every colleague he worked with. He brings passion, care, and fun into his classroom every day. Though his presence will certainly be missed, the Department of Mathematics wishes him all the best in his retirement. Congratulations, Dr. Clark!

05/06/2026

We are proud to highlight exceptional student work from Dr. Emmanuel Thompson's 500-level Time Series and Forecasting course at Southeast Missouri State University (Spring 2026).

Students applied advanced time series methods to real world economic and financial data, developing models, generating forecasts, and effectively communicating their findings.

These projects reflect a high level of professionalism and strong skills in statistical modeling, forecasting techniques, and data analysis.

Congratulations to our students on their outstanding achievements!

04/27/2026

On April 22, the Department of Mathematics hosted Pie-A-Professor Day. Dr. Presho raised the highest amount in donations and was pied in the face by Math Club President Jarrett. All proceeds will go toward supporting the Math Club.

04/24/2026

On April 22, the Department of Mathematics held a Student Recognition Day, celebrating outstanding students selected for various awards. We proudly congratulate these individuals for their dedication, hard work, and meaningful contributions to our academic community.

Your passion for learning and commitment to excellence continue to inspire those around you. Keep pushing boundaries, asking questions, and striving for greatness. This is only the beginning of your journey!

We also extend our gratitude to all students and faculty who make our department a vibrant and supportive place to grow. Here's to continued success and many more achievements ahead!

04/24/2026

On April 22, the Department of Mathematics held a Student Recognition Day, celebrating outstanding students selected for various awards. We proudly congratulate these individuals for their dedication, hard work, and meaningful contributions to our academic community.

Your passion for learning and commitment to excellence continue to inspire those around you. Keep pushing boundaries, asking questions, and striving for greatness. This is only the beginning of your journey!

We also extend our gratitude to all students and faculty who make our department a vibrant and supportive place to grow. Here's to continued success and many more achievements ahead!

04/17/2026

On April 15, 2026, Dr. Abu Sheha hosted a Roundtable Discussion on “Causation vs. Correlation: How People Abuse Data” during the 34th Student Research Conference at Southeast Missouri State University.

The session brought together graduate and undergraduate students, along with faculty from across campus, for an engaging and thought-provoking conversation on the social impact of how data is interpreted and used.

Thank you to the conference organizers and all participants for making this event such a meaningful and memorable experience.

12/09/2025

Good luck to everyone during Finals Week! 🎓📚 Stay positive, work hard, and make it happen! You've got this! 💪

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12/09/2025

Undergraduate/Graduate Research Showcase – Mentored Student Research in Progress

On Friday, December 5, 2025, Dr. Mohamed Abu Sheha and Dr. Emmanuel Thompson hosted the Undergraduate/Graduate Research Showcase in the Department of Mathematics at Southeast Missouri State University, featuring students they are currently mentoring.

The student presenters represented a mix of disciplines: Mathematics & Statistics, Biological & Environmental Sciences, and Computer Science each developing projects grounded in applied statistics and data science.

Mentored Student Presentations (Work in Progress)

• Krishna Thakar — Computer Science (Graduate)
Sentiment Analysis of Yelp Review Dataset: A Comparative Study of Machine Learning Methods
(Data Science)

• Abhishek Shrestha — Mathematics & Statistics (Undergraduate)
Bachelor’s Degree Attainment in Missouri Counties: The Roles of Population, Income, and Poverty
(Applied Statistics)

• Loveleen Kaur — Biological & Environmental Sciences (Graduate)
Heart Failure Clinical Data Analysis
(Applied Statistics / Health Data Science)

• Sam Clark — Mathematics & Statistics (Undergraduate)
Evaluating SBP Changes in a Simulated Multi-Treatment Trial
(Applied Statistics)

• Aman Kumar Chaudhary — Computer Science (Graduate)
Radiomics: Predicting Binary Outcomes with Linear Regression
(Applied Statistics / Data Science)

The Department of Mathematics is incredibly proud of these students and the commitment they continue to show in developing meaningful analytical projects. Their work highlights the value of interdisciplinary learning, curiosity, and supportive mentorship.

Congratulations to all who presented and contributed to a thoughtful and engaging showcase!

12/05/2025

This week, we are excited to feature Dr. Henry L. Clark, Jr., a valued faculty member in the Department of Mathematics at SEMO! 📚✨

Dr. Clark is passionate about helping students develop a strong mathematical foundation. He teaches a wide range of courses, including MA018, MA023, MA050, MA055, MA101, MA102, MA115, MA123, and MA134. Whether it is introductory or advanced courses, Dr. Clark’s dedication to fostering student growth is evident in everything he does.

Outside of the classroom, Dr. Clark is committed to mentoring students and guiding them through their mathematical journeys.

Thank you, Dr. Clark, for your dedication to education and the lasting impact you make at SEMO! 🌟

12/04/2025

One of the most well-known mathematical theorems that nearly everyone learns in school is the Pythagorean Theorem.

Although it’s named after the Greek mathematician Pythagoras, the relationship between the sides of a right triangle was actually known long before him, appearing in ancient Babylonian, Indian, and Chinese mathematics over 3,000 years ago.

So why is it so famous?
Because it explains how distance works. From architecture and navigation to physics and computer graphics, this simple equation connects geometry to the real world in a powerful way. The theorem that shaped mathematics continues to shape our world today.

What are your thoughts on this theorem?

11/21/2025

This week, we are excited to feature Professor Emmanuel Thompson, a faculty member in Actuarial Science & Statistics whose work connects mathematics, finance, and computing to help us better understand risk. 📊

Professor Thompson is passionate about mentoring students and guiding them as they apply statistical thinking to real world problems. His research spans actuarial risk and mortality modeling, classification methods, and collaborations across education and health.

Outside the classroom, he enjoys music, soccer, and staying active in his professional and local communities. ⚽️

Thank you, Professor Thompson, for your dedication and the meaningful impact you make at SEMO! 🌟

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