academics

What Can I Do With a Mathematics Major?

Careers for our mathematics graduates are quite varied because both the practical knowledge and critical thinking skills developed can be applied in unlimited ways. We have graduates who are teachers, actuaries, researchers, engineers, professors, and even pastors!

Our alumni have earned advanced degrees at Iowa State University, University of Houston, University of Minnesota, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, University of Wisconsin, University of Chicago, Minnesota State University-Mankato, University of Kansas.

Alumni include:

  • Andrew Doshier '12, Commercial Banking Analyst, US Bank
  • Kaleb Sturm '12, Graduate Student in Economics, University of Minnesota
  • Michael Reopelle '11, Medical Student, Sanford School of Medecine at University of South Dakota
  • Nicole Wnkler '11, Actuary, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Florida
  • Peder Thompson '10, Graduate Student in Mathematics, University of Nebraska-Lincoln
  • Lucas Kramer '07, Graduate Student in Mathematics, Iowa State University
  • Kira Christensen ’04, Math Teacher, Sioux Falls School District
  • Aaraon Murra '03, Engineering Center Supervisor, North Dakota Department of Transportation
  • Jonathon Rogness '98, Assistant Professor of Mathematics, University of Minnesota
  • Peter Knapp '96, Director of Applications Development, Hy Vee Corporate Headquarters
  • Royce Kallesen ’94, Director Science and Research, PROS Revenue Management
  • Dave Erickson ’92, Senior Systems Analyst, Great River Energy