Colloquium and Seminar Schedule
Spring 2014This is the schedule of colloquia and seminars inthe Department of Mathematics and Computer Science for the Spring 2014 semester.
February 2014
- "Fighting for Feminism in Math"
Speakers: Alana Kilcullen, Alyssa Newman and Suzie Tuvel
Date: Wednesday, February 26, 2014
Time: 4:15 PM
Location: Napier 201
Refreshments will be served at 4:00.
Abstract:
Three William Smith Students will be talking about their experiences attending the Nebraska Conference for Undergraduate Women in Mathematics.
March 2014
- "A Mathematician and an Environmental Scientist Walk into a Bar"
Speakers: Dr. Thomas Pfaff and Dr. Jason Hamilont (Ithaca College)
Date: Thursday, March 10
Time: 4:30 PM
Location: Napier 201
Refreshments will be served at 4:15.
Abstract:
Come and engage in the conversation that ensues and see how interacting with scientists is good for both the mathematician and the scientist. The conversation will provide some useful intellectual tools related to the role of mathematics in society. In the end you will be armed with at least one answer to the questions of who cares about math and where does it get used. Ultimately though, the main goal of this talk is to appreciate the value of a conversation.
April 2014
- "The Awesome World of LDAP: What it is, and how it makes our lives better"
Speaker: Kathryn Middleton '14
Abstract:How does HWS organize and keep track of a massive amount of information so that it's easy for everyone to access? LDAP is the answer. Come find out how this unique computer protocol called LDAP (Lightweight Directory Access Protocol) makes our lives here at Hobart and William Smith Colleges much easier! This talk will elaborate on my research and investigation into the world of LDAP, particularly how it's used on our campus.
"i3"
Speaker: Nick Schmidt '14
Abstract: i3 is a weather base station that senses information about your immediate environment. The information is then accessible through an iPhone application where the user can view what their base station is sensing and share this with the wider world. The goal of my project was to integrate the skills I learned in both software and hardware into one device.
Date: Tuesday, April 22
Time: 4:00 PM
Location: Napier Hall, Room 101
Refreshments will be served at 3:50.
- "iCreated a Robot"
Speaker: Luke DeLuccia '15
Abstract: From Roomba to BigDog, robots have become commonplace in today's modern world. In this talk, I describe my progress through an independent study in Computer Science where I became familiar with the basics of robotics, from reading sensors to behavior-based robotics theories. After modifying an iRobot Create robot coupled with an Arduino microcontroller, I programmed the Create robot to perform many simple tasks, including driving, obstacle avoidance, reading sensors, wall following, etc. Eventually, my study shifted to a focus on robot navigation and mapping, and using Processing Language for communication and display. Finally, I modified and programmed a Create robot to map its surrounding area.
"Combining Disability and Computer Science: Internship with the Ontario County ARC"
Speaker: Jessie Hall '14
Abstract: Over the spring semester 2014, I interned with the IT Department of the Ontario County ARC. This ARC site is a branch of the New York State Chapter of the ARC, and part of ARC of the United States. This organization serves individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities by providing critical services and support. Some of these services include: education classes, health/fitness groups, and independent living programs. Through this internship, I experienced working in an IT Department that tackled diverse user support situations, while learning about maintaining computer systems.
Date: Tuesday, April 29
Time: 4:30 PM
Location: Eaton Hall, Room 110
Refreshments will be served at 4:15.
Past Colloquia Series
Fall 2013 Spring 2013 Fall 2012 Spring 2012 Fall 2011 Spring 2011
Fall 2010 Spring 2010 Fall 2009 Spring 2008 Fall 2008
If you have interest in giving a talk or know of someone who does,
please contact Prof. Yan Hao at hao@hws.edu