summer opportunities
BOSTON UNIVERSITY
MATH AND SCIENCE STUDIES
SUMMER 2008
Boston University's Program in Mathematics for Young Scientists (PROMYS) will offer an intensive experience in creative mathematical exploration taught by Boston University faculty to approximately 65 high school students with an exceptionally strong interest in mathematics. PROMYS is a 6-week residential program with the following goals:
To provide an environment for young people that will arouse their curiosity and encourage a
deep personal involvement with the creative elements in mathematics
To foster interaction between the PROMYS community and larger community of research
mathematicians and scientists currently working in academia and industry
To encourage habits of thought which lead to scientific independence and creativity
Program Dates: June 29 - August 9
Application Deadline: 5/30/2008
For more information, contact:
Phone: 617-353-2563
E-Mail: promys@bu.edu
Website: www.promys.org