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Sep
11
2026
Annual Math Society Welcome BBQ

Join us for the Annual Math & Stats Welcome BBQ, hosted by the Math Society!

📅 Friday, September 11
🕐 1:00–3:00 p.m.
📍 University Hall

Come grab some food, meet your fellow students, connect with the Math Society, and kick off the new academic year with us!

We’re looking forward to seeing everyone!

Jul
6
2026
2026 Junior Math and Computer Science Camp July 6-10

The Department of Mathematics & Statistics helps organize a week of fun and enriching indoor and outdoor activities designed to develop a child’s curiosity and enjoyment of math and computer science.  This annual week-long summer day camp includes Mathematics, Statistics and Computer Science.

Information about the camp is included below.

A week of fun and enriching indoor and outdoor activities designed to develop a child’s curiosity and enjoyment of math and computer science.  A treasure hunt theme will include topics like data science, robotics, cryptography, geocaching and art & math.

Who: Students entering grade 5 or 6 in fall 2026
When: July 6-10, 2026 from 9am – 4:30pm
Where: Huggins Science Hall, Acadia University
Cost: $90 plus a transaction fee (Bursaries are available for those who qualify for financial assistance)

Registration Information:

Registration will open at 9am on Monday April 13.

Registration will be a 2-step process:

  1. Use the registration form to apply to camp. A link will be posted here at 9am Monday April 13.
  2. The camp will make admission decisions by Monday April 20.

    Families of admitted students will confirm camp participation by paying the registration fee.

Registration is limited to 20 participants.  The camp is committed to the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion.

For questions concerning registration, contact our outreach assistant, Michael Warford, 0301346w@acadiau.ca.

Camp questions? Please contact Caroline, caroline.cochran@acadiau.ca

Thanks to our sponsors

    

Mar
28
2026
Department of Mathematics and Statistics 14th Annual Acadia University Mathematics Competition.

The Department of Mathematics and Statistics at Acadia University is proud to organize the 14th annual Acadia University Mathematics Competition. This competition is open to any  undergraduate student at Acadia from all department and faculties. We will also be inviting local high school students to compete as well! The problems are challenging and are designed to test your mathematical mental toughness without requiring really advanced mathematical topics. Most of the problems can be solved using high school math, geometry and trigonometry, some first year Calculus and a sprinkle of ingenuity.

WHEN:  Saturday March 28th, 11am-1pm

WHERE: Huggins Science Hall Room 173

PRIZES:

  • $200 for 1st Place
  • $100 for the highest score from a first-year student
  • $100 for the highest score high school student

There will also be SNACKS!

In addition, some of the mathematics professors have agreed to give bonus marks for participation in the contest.

If you are interested in participating, please sign-up here: (https://forms.gle/TVr7kLahoxRnWQuw8) or email  (iain.beaton@acadiau.ca)  order.

 

Mar
27
2026
Math and Statistics 2026 Gala

It’s time to put down the calculators and pick up a plate! The Acadia Math Society is thrilled to invite you to our annual year-end celebration. Whether you’re a first-year finding your footing or a faculty member who’s seen it all, we want to celebrate the close of another great year with you.

Details

  • When: Friday, March 27, 2026 | 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM
  • Where: Wolfville Legion (310 Main Street)
  • Dress Code: Semi-formal (dress as you see fit!)

Food & Drinks

We will be providing pasta for all attendees. To make the evening even sweeter, we invite you to bring along your favorite appetizers or desserts to share with the community.

Tickets

Secure your spot by filling out the registration form here: RSVP & Tickets

Attendee Type

Price

First-Year Students

$5

Students

$10

Faculty Members

$15

Questions?

If you have any questions or anticipate any barriers to your participation in this event, please reach out to us at acadiamathsociety@gmail.com. We want to ensure everyone can join the fun!

We can't wait to see you there for a night of good food and even better company.

Best,

The Acadia Math Society