The math modeling course is a blend of various math disciplines, from Calculus and Geometry to Combinatorics. The goal of this class is not to simply memorize math formulas, but to collaborate with peers to recognize patterns and apply concepts in multiple ways. In addition to math skills, this class has taught me how to think outside the box, and strive for growth.
The High School Mathematical Modeling Challenge (HiMCM) is a competition we participated in during November 2023, where teams have three days to tackle a real-world problem using mathematical modeling strategies and tools. In our project, we examined the financial and environmental impacts of transitioning to an all-electric bus fleet in several major cities worldwide. By applying statistics-based reasoning and creating models rooted in our contextual research, we produced a 25-page report outlining these impacts in detail. I worked with Megan Ashun, Derek Desrosiers, and Samhitha Bodangi and our paper ranked Meritorious (top 15% from 2400 teams).Through this experience, I learned how to harness multidisplinary appraoches to tackle real world problems with others.
The Epsilon School is a math modeling problem where a new wing is added to a school building. The school needs to hire a new teacher to accommodate the rise in the student body and our goal is to determine which department the new teacher should be assigned. I enjoyed learning how many different approaches there are to this problem and experimenting with different strategies with my group.
MTFC is a real-world competition for high school students combining math modeling, data analysis, and risk management. To compete, students conduct their own research projects modeling real-world data to analyze risks and make recommendations to companies, industry groups, governments, or organizations. My group is evaluated the impact of the opioid crisis on children, and recommending mitigation strategies for cities and towns.