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Celebrating the life of Dr. Alex White
Dr. Alexander White, Associate Chair of the Department of Mathematics and Professor of Statistics at Texas State University, passed away on January 30, 2025. A dedicated educator, mentor, and collaborator, Dr. White’s academic journey began with a PhD in Statistics from Michigan State University. He also earned both his MS in Statistics and BS in Chemistry from the University of Texas at El Paso. Dr. White joined American University in 2000 before joining Texas State University in Fall 2005 as an Assistant Professor of Statistics. As a proud bobcat, he dedicated nearly two decades of service to the institution. He served as a Doctoral Program Advisor in Mathematics Education for 12 years, mentoring over 30 PhD students, 10 master’s students, 2 undergraduate honors theses, and many junior faculty. His university-wide service includes his roles as Chair of the Nontenure Line Faculty Committee (2015-2017), Assessment Coordinator for the Departmental General Education Assessment (2019-present), Chair of the Faculty Senate (2017-2019), and active member of the Developmental Education Advisory Committee, General Education Council, and QEP Leadership Team. Most recently, Dr. White’s leadership was instrumental in the approval of the newest Mathematics doctoral program, a lifelong goal of his. For his outstanding dedication to the university, Dr. White has received 7 Teaching, Research, and Service Awards.
However, his impact extended far beyond the university, where he became a trusted collaborator and mentor in the larger mathematics and statistics education community. He worked closely with Texas Mathworks, developing curricula, facilitating professional development for educators, and mentoring over 25 high school students on summer research projects. Dr. White contributed his expertise in test development, sample selection, and evaluation to several global organizations. His scholarly work in mathematics and statistics education included research on innovative statistical analysis for mathematics education settings, the role of technology in teaching geometry, the use of visualization in the classroom, and the integration of real-world applications into statistical education. He was also a co-author of a widely used middle school Algebra I textbook. Dr. White’s legacy lives on in the countless students, colleagues, and educators whose lives he touched. His commitment to academic excellence and unwavering dedication to his students have left a lasting mark on Texas State University and the broader academic community.
Alex is survived by his wife of 32 years, Alejandra, and two daughters, Isabel and Sofia.
In lieu of flowers or food, the family requests donations be made to a scholarship that has been established in his name, allowing us to give back in recognition of his immense contributions. Alexander White Statistics Fellowship. When making a gift, please manually search for his program in the ‘search for other Texas State University programs' section.
A Celebration of Life for Dr. Alexander White was held on Sunday, February 16 at 3:00 p.m. in the Performing Arts Center Recital Hall.
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@TXST Math
- Location:
- DERR 325; 325
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- Vera Ioudaina - vi11@txstate.edu
- Campus Sponsor:
- Department of Mathematics
Dr. Tom Grimes, Professor, School of Journalism and Mass Communication, TXSTS
Presents: The Trivialization of Randomization. Is this the Reason Social Science Research Won’t Replicate?
- Location:
- Derrick 240
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- ebr21@txstate.edu
- Campus Sponsor:
- Department of Mathematics
There are 3 chests, two contain treasure and the other contains a mimic. Thankfully, you have the
admittedly niche ability to talk to chests. The mimics will always lie, and the other chests will be
truthful. Can you figure out which one is the mimic? Mimic Logic is a game about solving these
puzzles and some of their variations, whose methodologies involve real logical thinking. This talk is
going to be going through these puzzles, explaining the math behind it, and how this problem fits in
the field of complexity theory, intersecting computer science and math. You do not have to have
ever played or seen the game to understand this talk, but there is a free demo on steam for anyone
who may be interested.
Disclaimer: I am breaking down the mechanics used to solve the puzzles in this game. There is still
plenty of content in the game even with know the content of this talk, but there are spoilers. Click here for more information
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admittedly niche ability to talk to chests. The mimics will always lie, and the other chests will be
truthful. Can you figure out which one is the mimic? Mimic Logic is a game about solving these
puzzles and some of their variations, whose methodologies involve real logical thinking. This talk is
going to be going through these puzzles, explaining the math behind it, and how this problem fits in
the field of complexity theory, intersecting computer science and math. You do not have to have
ever played or seen the game to understand this talk, but there is a free demo on steam for anyone
who may be interested.
Disclaimer: I am breaking down the mechanics used to solve the puzzles in this game. There is still
plenty of content in the game even with know the content of this talk, but there are spoilers. Click here for more information
- Location:
- DERR 333
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- Hamilton Hardison - hhardison@txstate.edu
- Campus Sponsor:
- Department of Mathematics
Investigating learners’ struggles in a whole-class setting is challenging. In this talk, Nitchada will introduce her theoretical framework, research tools for in-the-moment data collection, and some interesting cases that arose at the early stage of analyzing her dissertation data about prospective elementary teachers’ mathematical struggles.
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- Location:
- San Marcos Public Library-Meeting Room B
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- mng115@txstate.edu
- Campus Sponsor:
- Department of Mathematics
This festival is not your typical math event; it's a vibrant celebration that will showcase the fun and applicability of mathematics in our daily lives.
Hosted by the Texas State University chapter of the Society for Industrial and Applied Mathematics (SIAM), in collaboration with the Department of Mathematics and the San Marcos Public Library, our festival aims to bridge the gap between the university and our local community. Through engaging activities and interactive exhibits, we hope to demonstrate that math is more than just a subject—it's an integral part of the world around us.
Get ready to dive into a world of mathematical wonder with a variety of games and challenges, including "Skyscrapers" and "Cup Stacking," as well as intriguing puzzles like the "Four Color Challenge." Our participating organizations, including SIAM, Math Club, MathWorks, Pi Mu Epsilon, and Bobcat Racing, will be hosting booths with activities tailored to math enthusiasts ages 5 and above.
Doors open at 12:00 PM. Parking is readily available at the San Marcos Public library, ensuring easy access for all. We’ll have dedicated volunteers stationed throughout the venue to supervise activities and ensure a safe and exciting environment for all participants.
Join us as we celebrate Math and Statistics Awareness Month and embark on a journey of discovery at the Julia Robinson Math Festival. For more information or media inquiries, please reach out to Michala Gradner at mng115@txstate.edu. See you there!
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- Derrick 326
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- wb1011@txstate.edu
- Campus Sponsor:
- Department of Mathematics
Welcome to Logic@TXST! This is a program designed to encourage research into mathematical logic at Texas State University and both the undergraduate and faculty levels, first by bringing in logic speakers to stimulate interest, and then fund subsequent research.
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- Location:
- Derrick 325
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- vne11@txstate.edu
healey@txstate.edu - Campus Sponsor:
- Department of Mathematics
Snacks, Friends Study Party & Plan for Fall
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- Location:
- Derrick 233
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- clf129@txstate.edu
- Campus Sponsor:
- Department of Mathematics
Love a good problem? Like to solve difficult puzzles? Join professors, graduate students and undergraduates as we tackle problems presented from several mathematical journals. An interest in higher level mathematics is all that is required to join our round table. Offer what you know, learn what you don't in a relaxed environment with some of our department's finest!
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- Location:
- DERR 325; 325
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- Vera Ioudaina - vi11@txstate.edu
- Campus Sponsor:
- Department of Mathematics
Dr. Tom Grimes, Professor, School of Journalism and Mass Communication, TXSTS
Presents: The Trivialization of Randomization. Is this the Reason Social Science Research Won’t Replicate?
- Location:
- Derrick 240
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- ebr21@txstate.edu
- Campus Sponsor:
- Department of Mathematics
Math can feel abstract and distant from everyday life, but these concepts help us understand the
world better. In this talk, we’ll start with a simple vector addition puzzle and see how Euler’s
Formula can prove it in a beautiful way. If you're new to concepts like complex numbers, this is a
great introduction. I’ll use programmatic animations, inspired by 3 Blue 1 Brown, to help visualize
these concepts and make them come to life. Along the way, we’ll also touch on real-world
applications, like how these ideas are used in physics, engineering, and even chemistry. You’ll see
how math connects to the world around us in ways you might not expect! Click here for more information
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world better. In this talk, we’ll start with a simple vector addition puzzle and see how Euler’s
Formula can prove it in a beautiful way. If you're new to concepts like complex numbers, this is a
great introduction. I’ll use programmatic animations, inspired by 3 Blue 1 Brown, to help visualize
these concepts and make them come to life. Along the way, we’ll also touch on real-world
applications, like how these ideas are used in physics, engineering, and even chemistry. You’ll see
how math connects to the world around us in ways you might not expect! Click here for more information
- Location:
- Alkek Teaching Theatre
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- gutt@txstate.edu
- Campus Sponsor:
- Department of Mathematics
Mathematics and Statistics Awareness Month is a program of the Joint Policy Board for Mathematics (JPBM) – a collaborative effort of the American Mathematical Society, the American Statistical Association, the Mathematical Association of America, and the Society for Industrial and Applied Mathematics. It is held in April around the country and its mission is to increase the understanding and awareness of these fields that not only fuel the innovative side of technology but are present in social sciences, arts, and humanities.
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- Location:
- DERR 333
- Cost:
- Free
- Contact:
- Hamilton Hardison - hhardison@txstate.edu
- Campus Sponsor:
- Department of Mathematics
Faculty and students learn about and discuss issues related to the teaching and learning of mathematics and new findings in mathematics education research. Graduate students in the Mathematics Education programs are expected to attend whenever possible; students from other programs are always welcome.
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