Upcoming Events

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

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Past Events

Mar
20
2026
Acadia University Mathematics and Statistics Undergraduate Student Presentations

📅 Date: Fri, March 20 ⏰ Time: 4:30pm 📍 Location: HSH 147

Undergraduate Students:

Anna Lukeman

Nimar Bajwa

Sophie Farina

Taran Kanabar

Mar
13
2026
Presentation by Liam P. Wilbers, University of Kiel, Germany; Acadia University (2025-2026)

Speaker: Liam P. Wilbers, University of Kiel, Germany; Acadia University (2025-2026)

📅 Date: Fri, March 13 ⏰ Time: 4pm 📍 Location: HSH 147

Title: Top-to-Random Shuffle and other shuffle algorithms - introduction and comparison.

Abstract: This talk introduces the Top-to-Random shuffle and other card-shuffling algorithms using Markov chains and basic stochastic concepts. The goal is to derive lower and upper bounds for the number of shuffles required to randomize a deck of cards. This leads to the fundamental question: How long does it take to sufficiently shuffle a deck? To answer this, we first need to clarify what it actually means for a deck to be well shuffled, which naturally leads to the concept of mixing time.

Mar
6
2026
Math and Statistics Actuarial Seminar

Presented by:

Jack Forsythe, ASA, ACIA (They/Them/Theirs)

Senior Analyst, Health and Benefits Consulting

HUB International Atlantic

📍 Location: Huggins 147

* This will be an in-person meeting, with the presenter joining and presenting virtually
📅 Date: Friday, March 6thTime: 4pm

An overview of the new Canadian Institute of Actuaries (CIA) Qualification pathways established in 2022 from a recent ASA/ACIA member. Including a look at pathway requirements, and eligibility, with a greater focus on Pathway 2 and some insights on how to choose your next exam and when to consider modules.