The Department of Mathematics & Computer Science (MACS) at Fort Hays State University prepares students for careers in industry, education, software engineering, and much more. The development of problem-solving skills, logical and sequential thinking with real world application and opportunities provide students with a balance of application and theory, which offers numerous advantages in the workforce.

Degrees are offered in Computer Science with a variety of emphasis areas to choose from, including in geographic applications, mathematics, networking, physics, software development, technical studies, and cyber security. Students majoring in mathematics may choose the industrial/academic option or the education option if they wish to teach in middle or high school.

Department of Mathematics & Computer Science

FHSU FoUndation 2014

In December of 2013, your Fort Hays State University Foundation announced the Power of One scholarship campaign, with a goal of raising $8 million by December 31, 2014.

Be the Power of One and donate today by visiting https://secure.fhsu.edu/foundation and typing “The Power of One” as your area of designation.

the history of Fort Hays State University is one of substantial

growth, extraordinary individuals and ambitious goals. the

future of what is yet to come looks even more exciting.

“Money raised with the Power of One scholarship campaign will flow to our students, who are constantly trying to juggle the demands of education and how they pay for it. Every dollar contributed will make a difference—every single dollar!

Leading Fort Hays State has been the most challenging and rewarding work of my 47-year career, and I hope you’ll join me in stepping up to the plate to support our Power of One scholarship campaign.”

—Dr. Edward H. Hammond FHSU President, 1987 - 2014

Student ScholarshipsScholarship support can come in the form of gifts to the Mathematics & Computer Science scholarship fund, or by establishing an annual or endowed named fund.

Consumable ResourcesStudent support, including tutoring and paper grading, as well as faculty necessities, are examples of items that need to be renewed on an annual basis.

Classroom EquipmentUpdated computers are needed to enhance the department’s modern resources so students are better prepared for the workforce. New manipulatives and software are necessary to better prepare teachers for the classroom. Additional software would better prepare Computer Science students for an ever-changing field of information.

Endowed Professorship of MathematicsAn endowed professorship is key to attracting and retaining an outstanding and inspiring faculty member in the Mathematics & Computer Science department.

SymposiumEstablishing a symposium would allow our students to be exposed to mathematics and computer science scholars from a variety of different fields, and backgrounds.

Travel FundsFunds are necessary in order to send our students to regional and national conferences to broaden their connections in the field of mathematics and computer science.

Department of Mathematics & Computer Science Funding Needs

The following priorities are listed in order of importance.

$10,000

$10,000

$300,000

$30,000

$32,000

$55,000

The Fort Hays State University Foundation is an independent, non-profit corporation designated by the state of Kansas to receive gifts on behalf of the university.

Please contact our office if you would like more information about the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science and their current funding needs.

As a donor, you play a role in ensuring the strong future of FHSU. There are many ways in which you can make a gift to the university, all of which can express your particular interests and have distinct tax advantages.

Your interest in this program and consideration for funding are greatly appreciated.

Fort Hays State University Foundation

PO Box 1060 Hays, KS 67601http://foundation.fhsu.edu 785-628-5620

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