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Spring 2025 Applied Mathematics Commencement Ceremony

Noah Chopper — Thu, 08 May 2025 06:00:00 +0000

Spring 2025 Applied Mathematics Commencement Ceremony Noah Chopper Thu, 05/08/2025 - 00:00

Join us for the Department of Applied Mathematics 2025 Commencement Ceremony at the Cristol Chemistry Building- Room 140

Date: May 8th, 2025

Time: 12pm-3pm MDT

Location: Cristol Chemistry and Biochemistry Building, Room 140

Spring 2025 Graduation Slides: Coming Soon

Spring 2025 Graduation Program: Coming Soon

Graduating students received several prompts in March to complete a survey regarding ceremony attendance and guest count. The deadline to sign up to attend Commencement was the start of spring break. (If you are a graduating student who has not taken the survey, and you wish to walk during APPM's ceremony, please directly email amgradco@colorado.edu after taking this survey, to inform organizers of your intention to participate).

We look forward to once again celebrating our graduates! This year, light refreshments and beverages will be served.

Accessibility: The ��Vlog�ƽ�� is committed to providing equal access to individuals with disabilities. If you are planning to attend this event and require accommodations, please contact ADA Compliance at adacoordinator@colorado.edu or by phone (303) 492-9725.

Commencement Parking and Transportation: All campus parking lots will be open on a “space available” basis for public parking during commencement. Parking on-campus, including at parking meters and pay station lots, is FREE on the day of Commencement and on all Recognition Ceremony Days. Courtesy shuttle bus service (Buff Buses) will be available on May 9th to transport guests between the university commencement ceremony and Department Recognition Ceremonies. Please check the Spring Commencement ceremony website and Parking & Transportation website for more information.

If you have additional questions about the Department of Applied Mathematics 2025 Commencement Ceremony, please email amgradco@colorado.edu.

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University Commencement Ceremony Thursday, May 8th at 8:30am MDT: The university commencement ceremony will be held in-person at Folsom Field stadium.

Important Folsom Field Information: The stadium gates will open at 7:00 a.m. the morning of the ceremony. Guests should be in their seats by 8:15 a.m. to watch the student processional into the stadium. Early arrival guarantees the best seating. No tickets are required for the ceremony. The event will be held in Folsom Field regardless of the weather. Colorado weather in May can be unpredictable. We therefore encourage guests to watch the weather forecast so that they may plan and dress accordingly. In the event of inclement weather, the ceremony will be held in abbreviated form.

Folsom Field Clear Bag Policy: Folsom Field complies with all TSA and Homeland Security prohibited items lists. The only bags allowed are bags that are clear plastic, vinyl or PVC and do not exceed 12” x 6” x 12” or one gallon (or smaller) clear plastic Ziploc/freezer bag. No other bags are permitted at all; includes backpacks, diaper bags and other similar bags. More details on Folsom Field Policies are available on Athletics website.

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Grad Appreciation Week: "SAVE THE DATE: Game On"

Joshua Jeng — Wed, 02 Apr 2025 18:00:32 +0000

Grad Appreciation Week: "SAVE THE DATE: Game On" Joshua Jeng Wed, 04/02/2025 - 12:00

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Addie McCurdy Awarded the Sheryl R. Young Memorial Fellowship

Joshua Jeng — Wed, 19 Mar 2025 22:35:22 +0000

Addie McCurdy Awarded the Sheryl R. Young Memorial Fellowship Joshua Jeng Wed, 03/19/2025 - 16:35

Congratulations to Addie McCurdy for being awarded the Sheryl R. Young Memorial Fellowship for the 2024-2025

In celebration of Addie's achievement, she agreed to answer some questions.

Can you tell us something about your ongoing research interests in applied mathematics?

Broadly I am interested in distributed control and estimation for systems governed by partial differential equations. I am currently working on leveraging spatial properties of system dynamics to design estimation and control policies that minimize communication costs.

What does receiving the Young Award mean to you, and how does your research connect to Dr. Young’s legacy?

I am extremely honored to be chosen for this award! Dr. Young has been described as a driven problem solver with many interests who supported women in STEM and it is a privilege to be recognized in her memory. My research connects to her legacy in that it is strongly interdisciplinary and applicable to a wide variety of problems. I relate to her advocacy for women in science as the current president of CU’s chapter for the Association for Women in Mathematics (AWM).

How will this award support your research, and what impact do you hope your work will have in the field?

This award allows me freedom to spend more time focusing on my research and outreach goals. As technology develops to allow for more refined sensing and actuating, computational and communication costs increase. I hope that my research in developing efficient control and estimation methods will help increase feasibility of using a larger number of sensors and actuators. I also hope that my work with AWM will continue to cultivate an encouraging and inclusive environment for underrepresented groups in STEM.

What inspired you to pursue this line of research?

I enjoy working in control theory because it is a field with interesting and challenging mathematical problems that have immediate applications, for example in power systems and soft robotics. It is exciting to work with engineers and develop theory to solve current problems.

What advice would you give to other PhD students applying for fellowships like this?

It is important to be connected and be involved! The more relationships you have within your department will only increase your chances for opportunities like this one.

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The Weak Form is Stronger Than You Think

Anonymous — Fri, 25 Oct 2024 17:54:50 +0000

The Weak Form is Stronger Than You Think Anonymous (not verified) Fri, 10/25/2024 - 11:54

This month, Los Alamos Director's postdoc (and former APPM PhD student) Daniel Messenger, Applied Mathematics graduate student April Tran, and Professors Vanja Dukic and David Bortz had their publication, The Weak Form is Stronger Than You Think, highlighted on the front page in the October 2024 edition of SIAM News. The article describes their work in equation learning, parameter estimation, and coarse graining using weak form sparse identification of nonlinear dynamics (WSINDy) and weak form estimation of nonlinear dynamics (WENDy).

The article on SIAM can be found on their SIAM News page.

Congratulations to Daniel, April, and Professors Vanja and David for their outstanding work that awarded them this recognition!

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2024 Rudy Horne Recipient: Katerina Knyazeva

Anonymous — Sun, 18 Aug 2024 16:25:13 +0000

2024 Rudy Horne Recipient: Katerina Knyazeva Anonymous (not verified) Sun, 08/18/2024 - 10:25 Patrick McCreery

The Department of Applied Mathematics is thrilled to announce that Katerina Knyazeva has been awarded the 2024 Rudy Horne Memorial Fellowship. This prestigious fellowship was established to support students who, “through their presence in the department, contribute to the diversity of the Department of Applied Mathematics and of the campus, and more generally, of the community of mathematicians.”

The Rudy Horne Memorial Fellowship is a tribute to the values that Dr. Horne championed throughout his life and career. It aims to empower students who embody the spirit of inclusivity and the pursuit of excellence in applied mathematics. This fellowship recognizes individuals who are not only passionate about advancing their field but also deeply committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse community—one that flourishes through the contributions of people from all walks of life and a wide range of perspectives.

Katerina, or Kate as she is known to her peers, has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to these ideals. Her journey in mathematics has been marked by resilience and determination, overcoming numerous challenges to reach this point. She has consistently shown a strong dedication to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) within the department, actively participating in initiatives that encourage underrepresented groups to pursue careers in mathematics. Kate’s efforts have already had a profound impact, inspiring her colleagues and contributing to a more welcoming and supportive environment within the department.

Associate Professor and Graduate Program Chair Zachary Kilpatrick is fully confident that Kate is the most deserving recipient of this award. When discussing this year’s candidates, Zack expressed his unequivocal support for Kate, stating, “It’s Kate by a mile. Not only has she cleared incredible hurdles to be here, but she has also committed firmly in the past and will continue to commit in the future to DEI. Kate should get the Rudy Horne.”

The Department of Applied Mathematics congratulates Kate on this well-deserved honor and is excited to see the positive influence she will continue to have on our community. We are confident that her presence in APPM will be instrumental in advancing our collective goals of diversity, equity, and inclusion, enriching both our department and the broader mathematical community.

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DARPA Innovation Fellow: Dr. Evan Gorman

Anonymous — Mon, 20 May 2024 21:31:22 +0000

DARPA Innovation Fellow: Dr. Evan Gorman Anonymous (not verified) Mon, 05/20/2024 - 15:31 Patrick McCreery

Dr. Evan Gorman (pictured on the left with Associate Professor Manuel Lladser), a recent Applied Mathematics Ph.D. graduate, has been awarded a Defence Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) Innovation Fellowship in Arlington, VA. The position, which begins in July, is a two-year fellowship that is aimed towards supporting early career scientists. DARPA notes that the Innovation Fellows “develop and manage” high-impact, high-risk portfolios to analyze technologies for the Department of Defense. The purpose of the fellowship is to “search for innovation across a broad range of scientific fields and technologies. Fellows are asked to probe existing paradigms, question technological barriers, and push the state of the art in science and technology.” DARPA-funded research via universities, industry leaders, and nonprofits work closely with the fellows in an effort to evaluate the investability of high-risk, high-reward projects. The Innovation Fellowship webpage from DARPA further discusses the fellowship and recipients.

Applied Mathematics congratulates Dr. Gorman on this exciting, ambitious new chapter after his successful thesis defense in the last year.

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SIAM Student Paper Prize Recipient: Dr. Heather Lynn Cihak

Anonymous — Mon, 20 May 2024 21:29:57 +0000

SIAM Student Paper Prize Recipient: Dr. Heather Lynn Cihak Anonymous (not verified) Mon, 05/20/2024 - 15:29 Patrick McCreery

Spring Applied Mathematics Ph.D. graduate Dr. Heather Lynn Cihak recently received the Society for Industrial and Applied Mathematics (SIAM) Student Paper Prize. This prestigious award is given to authors of the best papers published in SIAM journals and includes a monetary prize, a certificate, and a special paper session at the SIAM Annual Meeting. According to SIAM, the award is presented annually to "the student author(s) of the most outstanding paper(s) accepted by SIAM journals within the three years preceding the nomination deadline. The award is based solely on the merit and content of the student's contribution to the submitted paper."

Dr. Cihak was nominated by Applied Mathematics Associate Professor Kilpatrick for their paper "Multiscale Motion and Deformation of Bumps in Stochastic Neural Fields with Dynamic Connectivity" (Multiscale Modeling & Simulation, 2024). Dr. Cihak was one of three recipients of the award and will be honored at the 2024 SIAM Annual Meeting in Spokane, Washington, from July 8-12, with a special session for the prize winners on July 12.

The Applied Mathematics Department congratulates Dr. Cihak on this monumental achievement and is excited to see what the future holds for the new APPM doctoral graduate.

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Spring 2024 Applied Mathematics Commencement Ceremony

Anonymous — Thu, 09 May 2024 18:41:38 +0000

Spring 2024 Applied Mathematics Commencement Ceremony Anonymous (not verified) Thu, 05/09/2024 - 12:41

Join us for the Department of Applied Mathematics 2024 Commencement Ceremony at the Cristol Chemistry Building- Room 140

Date: May 9th, 2024

Time: 12pm-3pm MDT

Location: Cristol Chemistry and Biochemistry Building, Room 140

Spring 2024 Graduation Slides

Spring 2024 Graduation Program

We look forward to once again celebrating our graduates! This year, light refreshments and beverages will be served.

Commencement Parking and Transportation: All campus parking lots will be open on a “space available” basis for public parking during commencement. Parking on-campus, including at parking meters and pay station lots, is FREE on the day of Commencement and on all Recognition Ceremony Days. Courtesy shuttle bus service (Buff Buses) will be available on May 9th to transport guests between the university commencement ceremony and Department Recognition Ceremonies. Please note that courtesy shuttles with handicapped accessibility services are only stopping at specific stops around campus, as indicated on the Spring Commencement ceremony website and Parking & Transportation website.

If you have additional questions about the Department of Applied Mathematics 2024 Commencement Ceremony, please email amgradco@colorado.edu.

University Commencement Ceremony Thursday, May 9 at 8:30am MDT: The university commencement ceremony will be held in-person at Folsom Field stadium.

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Keith Julien Memorial

Anonymous — Fri, 19 Apr 2024 19:33:25 +0000

Keith Julien Memorial Anonymous (not verified) Fri, 04/19/2024 - 13:33

Friday, April 19^th, 2024

In memory of Keith Julien: June 12^th, 1965 - April 14^th, 2024

Keith Julien Departmental Memorial recording (Passcode: r4rv$*.j)

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Sabina Adhikari Wins 2024 Dynamics Days Best Poster Award

Anonymous — Sat, 27 Jan 2024 07:00:00 +0000

Sabina Adhikari Wins 2024 Dynamics Days Best Poster Award Anonymous (not verified) Sat, 01/27/2024 - 00:00

In January, Applied Mathematics PhD student Sabina Adhikari won an award for the best poster at the 2024 Dynamics Days conference at UC Davis. Sabina’s poster is titled “Oscillatory and chaotic synchronization behavior in coupled oscillator systems with higher order interactions, community structure, and phase lags”.

The Dynamics Days webpage explains that the conference is an international and interdisciplinary effort “that focuses on chaos and nonlinear dynamics. We invite contributions related to tools and techniques of investigating dynamical systems models, and related applications. Topics may include, but are not limited to, mathematical theory, specific applications, and relevant experiments.”

This year’s conference highlighted areas including “fusion ignition, machine learning, AI, control, neuroscience, climate, ecology, evolution, and social sciences.”

The Department congratulates Sabina on this momentous accomplishment!

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Spring 2025 Applied Mathematics Commencement Ceremony

Join us for the Department of Applied Mathematics 2025 Commencement Ceremony at the Cristol Chemistry Building- Room 140

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Addie McCurdy Awarded the Sheryl R. Young Memorial Fellowship

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Spring 2024 Applied Mathematics Commencement Ceremony

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Keith Julien Memorial

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In memory of Keith Julien: June 12th, 1965 - April 14th, 2024

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In memory of Keith Julien: June 12^th, 1965 - April 14^th, 2024