Welcome to the Department of Mathematical Sciences
In our increasingly technology-dependent and data-driven world, mathematics and computational skills are central to success. We help you cultivate your point of view as you discover your path in the world of mathematics and computing.
Majors begin their study with a core of courses that introduce the beauty and utility of the four main areas of mathematics: pure mathematics, applied mathematics, data science, and statistics. They routinely work in partnership with faculty and other students to develop as professionals and to acquire skills necessary to succeed in a variety of future endeavors.
Our Academic Programs
Prepare for a Career in Mathematical Sciences at Salisbury University
In the Mathematical Sciences Department at Salisbury University, you’ll receive an education that counts. SU’s Henson School of Science and Technology offers everything a college student needs to succeed, including cutting-edge technology and facilities, expert faculty mentorship and undergraduate research opportunities. Students can major in mathematics, data science, secondary education and more as they prepare for a career that could lead them to jobs with well-known companies such as Wells Fargo, GEICO, J.P. Morgan or the IRS. At SU, the possibilities are endless.
Meet Our Alumni!
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Omar Aboul-Enein
Class of 2018
National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)
Omar Aboul-Enein graduated from SU with Dual Degrees in Mathematics and Computer Science. As an undergraduate, Omar participated in a wide range of student activities including the STEM Living Learning Community LLC, the Multicultural organization, and the Gullcode programming competition. He also completed the Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship Program at NIST four consecutive years, eventually leading to Omar’s full-time hire at the agency. At NIST, Omar works for the Sensing and Perception Systems Group, Intelligent Systems Division. In this capacity, he supports the Measurement Science for Manufacturing Robotics Program by working on the development and validation of metrics, test artifacts, and test methods for mobile manipulators. Omar also participates on a committee which develops performance standards for Robotics, Automation, and Autonomous Systems and is co-chair of the subcommittee that focuses on Grasping and Manipulation in coordination with an international standards development organization. Part of his workload includes devising methods to measure AV perception system performance for the Automated On-Road Vehicle Project. In 2022 Omar was awarded a Postdoctoral and Early-Career Association of Researchers Technical Accolade “for his leadership towards advancing standardization for autonomous mobile robotics in mobile manipulators and automated driving.”
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Shannon Bull
Class of 2020
NASA Goddard Space Flight Center
Shannon Bull graduated from SU with Dual Degrees in Mathematics and Computer Science. As an undergraduate she served as an Honors College Ambassador, founded the Women in Technology (WIT) club, and worked as a Supplemental Instructor. She also interned at the NASA Wallops Flight Facility her Junior and Senior years. Since graduating, Shannon has been working for NASA at the Goddard Space Flight Center in support of the Science Data Processing and Ground Software Systems branches. She also worked on the Search and Rescue Intelligent Terminal (SAINT) application which displays distress beacons and provides analysis capabilities to NASA Search and Rescue personnel. SAINT is used for situational awareness during launch and landing activities and was used at sea for the Artemis I mission. More recently, Shannon has been researching Machine Learning applications to detect anomalous messages in space-to-ground link systems to add further security for NASA satellite missions. In 2024 she received the Early Career award for Engineering Excellence at Goddard and was recognized for “engineering practices and leadership in adapting to new projects, ideas, and strategies for advancing technology, novation and communication of results”.
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Nicholas Feehley
Class of 2021
Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services
Nicholas graduated from SU with a degree in Mathematics and Concentrations in Actuarial Science and Statistics. He also minored in finance. While an undergraduate, Nicholas interned at SU’s Department of Social Work as a statistician and helped analyze internal data, both qualitative and quantitative. Nicholas later completed a second internship at the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services where he assisted with model tracking and cost estimation for different programs and analyzed the impact of physician upcoding on expenditures. He also passed three of the professional actuarial science exams while at SU. Since graduating, Nicholas has been employed by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. In this capacity, he works as an actuary and is active with the Medicaid projections team. His responsibilities include maintaining cost estimate models, calculating the values of new legislative or program changes, and producing receivables for the annual budget. Nicholas recently completed the requirements to earn the Associate of the Society of Actuaries credential and is actively working towards the Fellow of the Society of Actuaries credential.
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Michelle Bradley
Class of 2016
Pocomoke High School
Michelle Bradley graduated from SU with a degree in Mathematics, following the Secondary Education track. As an undergraduate, she was active in the Math Club, a member of Omicron Delta Kappa, and a Supplementary Instructor for a Discrete Mathematics class. After graduation, Michelle began her career at Pocomoke High School as a mathematics teacher. There she taught Algebra I, Calculus, AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC, Statistics, and AP Statistics. In 2019, she was selected as the Mathematics Department Chair. That same year, Michelle returned to SU to pursue a Master's in Educational Leadership. In 2022, she expanded her role at Pocomoke High by serving as the mathematics institutional coach. The following year she was her school's 5D Instructional Coach. Michelle was named Pocomoke High School’s 2023 Teacher of the Year and was a finalist for the 2023 Worcester County Public Schools Teacher of the Year Award. Starting in 2024, Michelle will serve as her school's Curriculum Resource Teacher and be responsible for testing, accreditation, school improvement, and professional learning for staff members. Michelle is very excited to utilize her mathematics degree to develop action plans and professional learning which will best meet the needs of her school community.
Student Resources
Outreach Programs
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2 Degree Programs
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12 Major Tracks
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80 Mathematics Courses