We Use Math Blog

Many people fear they just don’t have a knack for math. But The Star Phoenix reports that math is a skill that can be developed, not an inherent talent. This article lists easy ways students can become more comfortable in the math field. Take a look.

It’s the holiday season. And as you rush from one store to the next finding the perfect gifts, don’t forget one of the most important aspects of holiday shopping: choosing just the right parking space.

A researcher in the UK has come up with a formula to help drivers determine the best parking space for their car to fit in to. Check it out here from cnet.

DiscoverMagazine.com‘s "What is this?" column features an array of mind-boggling photographic images related to math and science, with articles for each. Check out the column here!

The White House has taken interest in promoting math education. President Obama’s "Educate to Innovate" campaign aims to help students become more involved in the sciences and math. The President’s initiative "hopes to do a series of events, announcements and other activities that build upon the President’s ‘call to action’ and address the key components of national priority."

Check out this list from CareerCast.com featuring eight low-stress jobs, many of which you can do with a math degree!