Division of Mathematics & Computer Science
Oglethorpe University
4484 Peachtree Road, N.E.
Atlanta, GA 30319
(404) 364-8327
jnardo@oglethorpe.edu
http://www.oglethorpe.edu/faculty/~j_nardo
EDUCATION
Doctor of Philosophy in Mathematics, Emory University, May 1998
Master of Science in Mathematics, Emory University, May 1995
Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics and English Literature with a concentration in Italian studies, Wake Forest University, May 1992
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
2004 – Present |
2004– 2007 |
| Associate Professor (with
Tenure) Division of Mathematics & Computer Science Oglethorpe University Atlanta, GA 30319 |
Division Chair (for one regular, three-year term) |
2000 – 2004 |
1997 – 2000 |
| Assistant Professor Division of Mathematics & Computer Science Oglethorpe University Atlanta, GA 30319 |
Assistant Professor Department of Mathematics & Computer Science North Georgia College & State University Dahlonega, GA 30597 |
|
1996 – 1997 |
Spring 1996 |
| Dean’s Teaching Fellow Department of Mathematics & Computer Science Emory University Atlanta, GA 30322 |
Visiting Scholar and Research Fellow Department of Mathematics University of California, Berkeley Berkeley, CA 94720 |
1992 – 1996 |
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| Graduate Student and Instructor Department of Mathematics & Computer Science Emory University Atlanta, GA 30322 |
ACADEMIC AWARDS, HONORS, AND GRANTS
2007
Faculty Appreciation Award
Omicron Delta Kappa
2007
SENCER Implementation Grant
(SENCER = Science Education for New Civic Engagements and Responsibilities)
Interdisciplinary Faculty Team with Drs. Aufderheide, Cramer, Gieger, and Rulison
2005
"Preparing Mathematicians to Educate Teachers" Grant
Focus: Classical and Modern Geometries Course
Mathematical
Association of America
2004
"Preparing Mathematicians to Educate Teachers" Grant
Focus: Mathematical Inquiry Course
Mathematical
Association of America
2003
Lu Thomasson Garrett Award for Meritorious Teaching
Oglethorpe University
2003
Chi Omega "Apple Polishing Tea" Award
Oglethorpe University
2001-2006
Faculty Marshal for Oglethorpe University
Oglethorpe University
1999
Excellence in Teaching Grant
North Georgia College & State University
1998-1999
Faculty Marshal for University Commencement
North Georgia College & State
University
1996-1997
Dean’s Teaching Fellowship
Emory University
1996
Marshall Hall, Jr., Prize for Distinguished Undergraduate Instruction
Emory
University
CURRENT RESEARCH INTERESTS
My specialty is random knot theory, a hybrid subfield of topology and probability. I am also interested in other research questions involving topology, probability, stochastic processes, statistics, mathematical economics, and actuarial mathematics.
ACADEMIC PRESENTATIONS AND PUBLICATIONS
Poster Presenter, SENCER Conference, August 2008, "Stuck in Traffic: Designing a New Science and Mathematics Class to Address Capacious, Real-World Problems"
Speaker, Joint Meetings of the American Mathematical Society and the Mathematical Association of America, January 2007, "Placement Made Personal"
Speaker, Joint Meetings of the American Mathematical Society and the Mathematical Association of America, January 2007,
"Are you a Mathematical Maoist? Writing Exercises to Explore the Mathematical Self"
Speaker, Joint Meetings of the American Mathematical Society and the Mathematical Association of America, January 2005, "Promoting Conceptual Understanding of Fundamental Mathematics Among Preservice Elementary Teachers"
Speaker, Joint Meetings of the American Mathematical Society and the Mathematical Association of America, January 2004, "Encouraging Artistic Expression via Mathematical Exploration in the Core Curriculum"
Publication, "Energizing Multivariable Calculus via Maple," Proceedings of the 15th Annual International Conference on Technology in Collegiate Mathematics, January 2004
Speaker, International Conference on Technology in Collegiate Mathematics (ICTCM), November 2003,"Infusing Applied Calculus with Technology and Projects"
Publication, "Introducing Calculus Students to Probability: Giving Numerical Integration and Improper Integrals a Context," Proceedings of the 14th Annual International Conference on Technology in Collegiate Mathematics, January 2003
Speaker, "Energizing Multivariable Calculus via Maple," International Conference on Technology in Collegiate Mathematics, November 2002
Publication, "Taming Randomness: Using Graphing Calculators to Simulate Probability Experiments," Proceedings of the 13th Annual International Conference on Technology in Collegiate Mathematics, January 2002
Speaker, "Introducing Calculus Students to Probability: Giving Numerical Integration and Improper Integrals a Context," International Conference on Technology in Collegiate Mathematics, November 2001
Publication, "Global Knotting in Equilateral Random Polygons," Journal of Knot Theory and Its Ramifications, June 2001
Publication, "Exploring Linear Algebra using MATLAB," Proceedings of the 12th Annual International Conference on Technology in Collegiate Mathematics, January 2001
Speaker, "Taming Randomness: Using Spreadsheets/Graphing Calculators to Simulate Probability Experiments," International Conference on Technology in Collegiate Mathematics, November 2000
Speaker/Workshop Instructor, "When Will I Use Trigonometry in the Real World?," Georgia Mathematics Conference, October 2000
Speaker, "Statistics By Discovery and Experimentation," Teachers Teaching with Technology Conference, March 2000
Short Course Instructor, "Exploring Linear Algebra Using MATLAB," International Conference on Technology in Collegiate Mathematics, November 1999
Speaker, "Energizing Linear Algebra via MATLAB," Mathematical Association of America Southeastern Sectional Meeting, March 1999
Speaker, " Active Learning of Statistics Using a TI-83 Graphing Calculator," Georgia Perimeter College Mathematics Conference, March 1999
Workshop Instructor, "Technology-Based Applications," North Georgia College & State University, October 1998
Workshop Instructor, "Energizing Introductory Statistics with the TI-83 Graphing Calculator," DeKalb College Mathematics Conference, April 1998
Workshop Instructor for Lumpkin County Middle School Enrichment Program, "Experiments in Probability," North Georgia College & State University, Spring 1998, Winter 1998, Fall 1997
Speaker, "Innovations and Excellence in Teaching," Emory University, directed by Eleanor Main, Associate Dean of the Graduate School, Summer 1997
Instructor, "Fostering an Environment for Learning," Emory University, directed by Jody Usher, Associate Dean of the Graduate School, Summer 1997, Summer 1996
Participant, International Conference in Knot Theory, Warsaw, Poland, Summer 1995
COURSES TAUGHT
| Applied Calculus (Business/Economics) | Summer 2007, Spring 2007, Summer 2006, Spring 2005, Fall 2003, Summer 2003, Spring 2002, Summer 1997, Spring 1995 | Oglethorpe University Emory |
| Calculus I | Summer 2001, Fall 2000, Fall 1994, Spring 1994, Fall 1993 |
Oglethorpe University
Emory University |
| Calculus II | Spring 2005, Spring 2001, Fall 1995 (Honors Course) |
Oglethorpe University
Emory University |
| Calculus III | Fall 2008, Fall 2006, Fall 2005, Fall 2003, Fall 2002, Fall 2001, Spring 1997, Fall 1996 |
Oglethorpe University
Emory University |
| College Algebra | Summer 2007, Fall 2006, Summer 2002, Spring 2002, Summer 2001, Summer 2000, Spring 1998, Winter 1998, Fall 1997 | North Georgia College & State University
Oglethorpe University |
| Complex Analysis | Spring 2003 | Oglethorpe University |
| Computer Science Seminar on Spreadsheets & Databases | Summer 2007, Summer 2000 | North Georgia College & State University Oglethorpe University |
| Computers & Information Systems | Summer 2000, Fall 1999, Summer 1999, Spring 1999, Fall 1998 | North Georgia College & State University |
| Contemporary Mathematics | Summer 1995 | Gwinnett Technical Institute |
| Differential Equations | Spring 2004 | Oglethorpe University |
| Fresh Focus (Freshman Seminar) |
Fall 2008, Fall 2006 | Oglethorpe University |
| Great Ideas in Modern Mathematics | Summer 2006, Spring 2006, Fall 2005, Spring 2005, Fall 2004, Spring 2004, Fall 2003, Fall 2002, Fall 2001, Spring 2001 | Oglethorpe University |
| Linear Algebra | Spring 2007, Spring 2003, Spring 1999 | North Georgia College & State University
Oglethorpe University |
| Mathematical Models | Spring 2000 | North Georgia College & State University |
| Numerical Analysis | Spring 2000 | North Georgia College & State University |
| Precalculus | Spring 2007, Fall 2001, Spring 2001, Fall 2000, Summer 1999, Fall 1999, Fall 1998 |
North Georgia College & State University Oglethorpe University Reinhardt College |
| Probability | Spring 2004, Spring 2002, Fall 2000, Spring 1999, Winter 1998 | Oglethorpe University
North Georgia College & State University |
| Real Analysis | Spring 2006 | Oglethorpe University |
| Statistics (Business) | Summer 1999 | Reinhardt College |
| Statistics (Introductory) | Fall 2008, Summer 2007, Spring 2007, Fall 2006, Spring 2006, Fall 2005, Fall 2003, Summer 2003, Spring 2003, Summer 2002, Spring 2002, Summer 2001, Spring 2001, Fall 1998, Spring 1998 | North Georgia College & State University
Oglethorpe University |
| Statistics (Mathematical/Calculus-Based) |
Fall 1999, Fall 1997 | North Georgia College & State University |
| Transition to Higher Mathematics/Proof & Logic | Fall 2008, Fall 2004 | Oglethorpe University |
PROFESSIONAL SERVICE -- OGLETHORPE UNIVERSITY
| Faculty Advisor to: | ||
| Alpha Phi Omega National Service Fraternity |
2000-Present | |
| Alpha Chi National Honor Society |
2002-2006 | |
Khayos, Urban Dance Steppers |
2006-Present | |
| Outlet: Students Against Homophobia | 2008-Present | |
| Chair of: | ||
| Academic Program Committee | 2008-2009 | |
| Division of Mathematics and Computer Science | 2004-2007 | |
| Mathematics/Computer Science Search Committee | 2006-2007 | |
| Mathematics Education Search Committee | 2001-2002 | |
| Co-Chair of: | ||
| Oglethorpe Fund | 2003-2004 | |
| Member of: | ||
| Academic Program Committee | 2008-2009 & 2000-2004 | |
| Assessment Committee (University Wide) |
2004-2007 | |
| Commencement Committee | 2001-2006 | |
| Core Curriculum Committee | Spring 2003 | |
| Datatel Implementation Group | 2003-2005 | |
| Faculty Council | 2004-2007 | |
| Inauguration Committee for President Lawrence M. Schall | Spring 2006 | |
| Mathematics Education Search Committee | 2000-2001 | |
| SACS Compliance Team (Accreditation Committee) |
2004-2007 | |
| Strategic Planning Implementation and Oversight Committee | 2001-2002 | |
| Technology Action Group | 2001-Present | |
| Teacher Education Council | 2000-2006 | |
| Parliamentarian for: | ||
| Oglethorpe Faculty | 2006-2007 | |
| Webmaster for: | ||
| Division of Mathematics & Computer Science | 2000-Present |
PROFESSIONAL SERVICE -- PREVIOUS INSTITUTIONS
| Chair/Co-Chair of: | ||
| Bylaws Committee | 1999-2000 | |
| Mandala Diversity Committee | 1999-2000 | |
| Technology Committee (Departmental) | 1998-2000 | |
| Faculty Advisor to: | ||
| Student Activities Board | 1998-2000 | |
| Creator/Coordinator of: | ||
| Mathematics & Computer Science Student Lecture Series | 1998-2000 | |
| Secretary of: | ||
| Bylaws Committee | 1998-1999 | |
| Faculty Affairs Committee | 1999-2000 | |
| Member of: | ||
| Academic Advisement Committee | 1998-2000 | |
| Ad Hoc Committee on Graduate Studies |
1999-2000 | |
| Committee-on-Committees | 1999-2000 | |
| Faculty Affairs Committee | 1999-2000 | |
| Mandala Diversity Committee | 1998-2000 | |
| Search Committee for Assistant Professor of American Literature | 1999 | |
| Search Committee for Assistant Professor of Speech | 1999 | |
| Faculty Tutor for: | ||
| Minority Achievement Program | 1998-2000 | |
| MS Office Instructor for: | ||
| Continuing Education | 1998-1999 | |
| ICAPP | 1999 | |
| Departmental Representative to: | ||
| Non-Traditional Student INTRO | 1999 | |
| Departmental Mentor to: | ||
| Dr. Carol Parker | 1998-1999 |
MISCELLANEOUS
| Computer Knowledge: | Unix, Windows 95/98/NT/2000/XP/Vista, DOS, Macintosh OS, Mathematica, Maple, MATLAB, C, C++, Java, Java Server Pages, HTML |
| Foreign Language Knowledge: | French, Italian |
| Professional Organizations: | American Mathematical Society |
REFERENCES
Oglethorpe University, Atlanta, GA 30319, (404) 364-8317
Dr. Stephen Herschler, Provost
Dr. William Shropshire, Former Provost
Washington College, Chestertown, MD 21620, (410) 778-7202
Dr. Christopher Ames, Provost and Dean
North Georgia College and State University, Dahlonega, GA 30597, (706) 864-1805
Dr. Judy O’Neal, Professor of Mathematics
Dr. Kathy Sisk, Associate Vice President of Academic Affairs
University of California at Davis, Davis, CA 95616, (530) 752-0827
Dr. Jenifer Schultens, Associate Professor (Ph.D. Dissertation Advisor)
Emory University, Atlanta, GA 30322, (404) 727-7580
Dr. Dwight Duffus, Professor and Former Department Chair of Mathematics
Dr. Ronald Gould, Professor of Mathematics