RUME 28
2026
Alexandria, Virginia
Empowering Undergraduates Through Community-Engaged Mathematics Outreach: A Model for Undergraduate-Led AMC Workshops
Page: 1273
This project explores the impact of undergraduate-led mathematics workshops designed to engage middle school students in problem-solving and mathematical reasoning. The initiative brings together faculty mentors and STEM undergraduates to develop and teach sessions based on topics from the American Mathematics Competition (AMC). The study examines how participation in these workshops enhances undergraduates’ skills in communication, leadership, and research, while also assessing the learning outcomes of middle school participants through pre- and post-assessments. By positioning undergraduates as instructors and researchers, the program promotes a deeper understanding of mathematics, strengthens teaching and research competencies, and fosters community engagement in STEM education. This model offers a scalable framework for integrating outreach, experiential learning, and research in undergraduate mathematics education.