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, {K1,3,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