Curriculum Vitae

Education

• Ph.D., Mathematics, Emory University, 1995.
• M.S., Mathematics, Emory University, 1995.
• B.S., Mathematics, Furman University, 1991.

Academic Positions

• Associate Professor, Department of Mathematics, Furman University, 2003-present.
• Assistant Professor, Department of Mathematics, Furman University, 2000-2003.
• Assistant Professor, Department of Mathematical Sciences, Appalachian State University, 1995-2000.

Teaching Experience

Undergraduate Courses

• Introdution to Mathematics
• Finite Mathematics
• Introduction to Statistics
• College Algebra
• Precalculus
• Calculus, single variable
• Calculus, multivariable
• Discrete Mathematics
• Graph Theory
• Combinatorics
• Probability
• Abstract Algebra
• Real Analysis

Graduate Courses

• Graph Theory
• Linear Algebra
• Ring Theory
• Real Analysis

Independent Studies

• Graph Theory
• Applications of Graph Theory
• Applications of Mathematics
• Measure Theory

Special Experiences Related to Teaching

Master's Theses Directed

• Parallel Climbers Puzzle and Double Paths, Brigette Myers, May 2000.
• Traceability Results in Claw-Free Graphs, Julie Mills, May 1997.

Special Classes Taught

• Summer Ventures in Science and Mathematics (gifted high school students), Appalachian State University, July 1999 and July 2001.
• Honors Mathematics Courses, Appalachian State University, Spring & Fall, 1999.
• Bridges to Higher Mathematics (in-service high school teachers), Appalachian State University, Spring 1998.

Recent Workshops and Seminars Attended

• "Presenting Mathematical Masterpieces," University of Texas at Austin, May 2002.
• "Thinking Theologically: Theology and Vocation," Furman University, August 2001 - June 2002.
• "Online Databases," Furman University, June 2001.

Teaching Honors & Awards

• Nominated for the William J. Strickland Outstanding Young Faculty Award, Appalachian State University, 1999 & 2000.
• Nominated for the Academy of Outstanding Teachers, Appalachian State University, 1997 & 1999.
• Marshall Hall Award for Outstanding Teaching by a Doctoral Student, Emory University, 1995.

Publications

Book

• Combinatorics and Graph Theory (with J. Hirst and M. Mossinghoff), Springer-Verlag, Undergrad. Texts Math., 2000.

Articles

• Broadcast chromatic numbers of graphs (with W. Goddard, S. M. Hedetniemi, S. T. Hedetniemi, D. F. Rall), submitted to European Journal of Combinatorics.
• Traceability in small claw-free graphs (with M. J. Mossinghoff), submitted to Utilitas Mathematica.
• Double paths (with B. Myers), Congr. Numer. 147 (2000), 181-189.
• Forbidden triples and traceability: a characterization (with R. J. Gould), Discrete Math. 203 (1999), 101-120.
• On the structure of Ryjacek-closed, {K_1,3,N₂}-free graphs (with G. Acree and R. J. Gould), Combinatorics, Graph Theory, and Algorithms, Ed. by Alavi, Lick, and Schwenk, 1 (1999), 11-21.
• Traceability in graphs with forbidden triples of subgraphs (with R. J. Gould), Discrete Math. 189 (1998), 123-132.
• The eccentricities of actors (with M. J. Mossinghoff), Math Horizons, Feb. 98, 23-25.
• Forbidden triples of subgraphs and traceability (with R. J. Gould), Congr. Numer. 108 (1995), 183-192.

Teaching Module

• Modeling Traffic Jams (with S. Edwards, M. Ginn, and G. Rhoads), DIMACS Module Series, to appear.

Research in Progress

• L(2,1)-labelings of several types of grids (with D. F. Rall).
• Constructing double cycles (with S. M. Hedetniemi and S. T. Hedetniemi).

Invited Presentations

Research

• "Broadcast Chromatic Numbers of Graphs," Cumberland Conference on Combinatorics, Graph Theory and Computing, Georgia State University, June 2003.
• "Broadcast Chromatic Numbers of Graphs," North Carolina Mini-Conference on Graph Theory, Combinatorics and Computing, Appalachian State University, April 2003.
• "Radio Chromatic Numbers of Graphs," Mathematics Colloquium, Davidson College, April 2003.
• "Distance Related Labelings of Graphs," SIAM Southeastern Atlantic Meeting, Western Carolina University, April 2002.
• "Double Paths and Double Cycles," AMS Southeastern Section Meeting, University of Tennessee-Chattanooga, October 2001.
• "Long Paths: A Stroll Along Two Open Problems," DIMACS Research & Education Institute, July 1998.
• "Some Open Problems in Graph Theory," North Carolina Mini-Conference on Graph Theory, Combinatorics, and Computing, Wake Forest University, April 1996.

Other

• "Graph Theory: Games, Puzzles and More," Greer High School, Greenville County, South Carolina, March 2003.
• "The Dilemma of the Hiking Hermits," Spartanburg Collegiate Colloquium Series, USC-Spartanburg, September 2002.
• "Cards, Magic, and Mathematics," Spartanburg Collegiate Colloquium Series, Converse College, November 2001.
• "Mathematics and Card Tricks," Mercer Mathematics Association, Mercer University, March 2001.
• "Magic with Algebra," Sprayberry High School, Cobb County, Georgia, March 2001.
• "The Fifth Card," ASU Math Club, Appalachian State University, Fall 1999.
• "Mathematical Magic," ASU PTMA, Appalachian State University, Fall 1999.
• "Graph Theory," Cain Institute, Appalachian State University, Summer 1999.
• "The Dilemma of the Hiking Hermits," Mathematics Department, Western Carolina University, Spring 1999.
• "Mathematics and Magic," ASU PTMA, Appalachian State University, Fall 1998.
• "What is a Graph Good For?," Mathematics Seminar, High Point University, Fall 1998.
• "Mathematics and Magic," ASU PTMA, Appalachian State University, Fall 1997.
• "Graph Theory: Puzzles --- and More," Mathematics Education Society, Berry College, Spring 1997.
• "Graph Theory: Puzzles --- and More," Mathematics Colloquium, Davidson College, Fall 1995.

Other Presentations

2003

• "Online Databases: Weekly Web Reports and Access to Grades" January Joint Meetings, Baltimore, MD.
• "Sunday Strolls, World Travel, Colorful Maps, and Strange Parties" Department Colloquium, Furman University.

2002

• "Broadcast and Radio Chromatic Numbers of Graphs," Faculty Seminar, Furman University.
• "Kevin Bacon's Eccentricity," Department Colloquium, Furman University.

2001

• "Thoughts on Mathematical Vocations," Department Seminar, Furman University.
• "Mathematics and Card Tricks," Department Colloquium, Furman University.

2000

• "Traceability in Small, Claw-free Graphs," Eighth Quadrennial International Conference on Graph Theory, Combinatorics, Algorithms, and Applications, Western Michigan University.
• "Some Results on Double Paths," Southeastern International Conference on Graph Theory, Combinatorics, and Computing, Florida Atlantic University.
• "Numbers, News, and the Net," January Joint Meetings, Washington, DC.

1999

• "Reading Assignments and Journals in Service Courses," MAA Southeastern Sectional Meeting, Rhodes College.
• "Activities that Really Measure Up," Project NExT-SE Workshop, Rhodes College.
• "Reading Assignments and Journals in Service Courses" (poster) January Joint Meetings, San Antonio, TX.

1998

• "The Dilemma of the Hiking Hermits," Mathematics Colloquium, Appalachian State University.
• "Playing Cards on the First Day of Class," MAA Southeastern Sectional Meeting, College of Charleston.

1997

• "A Laboratory Course in Mathematics for Liberal Arts Majors," AMATYC Annual Meeting, Atlanta, GA.
• "When Will I Ever Use This?," Fourth Carolinas Conference, Charlotte, NC.
• "Statistics Writing Assignments in an Introductory Mathematics Course," MAA Southeastern Sectional Meeting, Spelman College.
• "Mathematical Magic," Mathematics Colloquium, Appalachian State University.

1996

• "Magic, Puzzles, and More: Tricks to Get Students to Think Mathematically," NCCTM Annual Meeting, Greensboro, NC.
• "Forbidden Pairs, Higher Connectivity, and Hamiltonicity," Seventh Quadrennial International Conference on Graph Theory, Combinatorics, Algorithms, and Applications, Western Michigan University.

1995

• "Some Aspects of Project NExT," Mathematics Colloquium, Appalachian State University.
• "Forbidden Triples of Subgraphs and Traceability," Southeastern International Conference on Graph Theory, Combinatorics, and Computing, Florida Atlantic University.

Service Activity

Service to Department

• Furman

  2002-2003

  • Served as co-sponsor of Pi Mu Epsilon
  • Served as organizer Recruitment Efforts
  • Served as MAA Department Liaison
  • Assisted with Furman Mathematics Monthly

  2001-2002

  • Served on Summer Program planning committee
  • Served as MAA Department Liaison
  • Assisted with Preview Day
  • Assisted with Math Contest
  • Assisted with Furman Mathematics Monthly
  • Assisted with telephone recruiting effort

  2000-2001

  • Created departmental brochure (with D. Smith)
  • Served as MAA Department Liaison
  • Wrote article for alumni newsletter
  • Observed a student teacher at Carolina High School
  • Assisted with Math Contest
  • Assisted with telephone recruiting effort

• Appalachian State

  1999-2000

  • Departmental Personnel Committee
  • Math Contest Committee (co-chair)
  • B.S. Math Committee
  • M.A. Math Committee
  • M.A. Program Evaluation Committee
  • Putnam Exam Preparation Group

  1998-1999

  • Departmental Personnel Committee
  • Math Contest Committee (chair)
  • B.S. Math Committee
  • M.A. Math Committee
  • Library Committee

  1997-1998

  • B.S. Math Committee
  • M.A. Math Committee
  • Faculty Search Committee
  • Math Contest Committee
  • Library Committee
  • Putnam Exam Preparation Group

  1996-1997

  • B.S. Math Committee
  • Math Contest Committee
  • Textbook Selection Committee
  • Math Lab volunteer
  • Library Committee
  • Putnam Exam Preparation Group

  1995-1996

  • Steering/Mission Planning Committee
  • Math Contest Committee
  • Math Lab volunteer
  • Library Committee

Service to University

• Furman

  2002-2003

  • Policies and Procedures Committee
  • Academic Advising Committee
  • Furman/Rhodes Mellon Grant Planning Committee
  • Participant in Academic Reading Community

  2001-2002

  • Faculty Advisor to Baptist Collegiate Ministry
  • Guest Speaker at Wesley Foundation
  • Participant in Academic Reading Community

  2000-2001

  • Faculty Advisor to Baptist Student Union
  • Faculty Participant in Summer Outdoor Experiences

• Appalachian State

  1999-2000

  • College of Arts and Sciences Scholarship Committee

  1998-1999

  • College of Arts and Sciences Scholarship Committee
  • Cultural Affairs Advisory Committee

  1997-1998

  • Mathematical Sciences Chair Search Committee
  • Cultural Affairs Advisory Committee

  1996-1997

  • Forum Committee

  1995-1996

  • Chancellor's Scholarship Selection Committee

Service to Profession

• South Carolina State Director, Mathematical Association of America, 2003
• Project NExT-SE Director, Mathematical Association of America, 1996 - 2003
• Referee, American Mathematical Monthly
• Referee, Graphs and Combinatorics
• Referee, Journal of Combinatorial Mathematics and Combinatorial Computing
• Consultant, Educational Testing Service
• Reviewer, Mathematical Reviews
• Reviewer, McGraw Hill Publishing Company
• Reviewer, Prentice Hall Publishing Company
• Organizer, Special Session on Graph Theory and Combinatorics, AMS Southeastern Meeting, 2002.
• Organizer, North Carolina Mini-Conference on Graph Theory, Combinatorics, and Computing, 1998, 1999, 2000.

References

Dr. Paul M. Cook, Professor and Chair


Department of Mathematics
Furman University
Greenville, SC 29613
(864)294-3629
marty.cook@furman.edu

Dr. William C. Bauldry, Professor and Chair


Department of Mathematical Sciences
Appalachian State University
Boone, NC 28608
(828)262-3050
wmcb@math.appstate.edu

Dr. Ronald J. Gould, Professor and Director of Graduate Studies


Department of Mathematics and Computer Science
Emory University
Atlanta, GA 30322
(404)727-7924
rg@mathcs.emory.edu