QU-CAS engages 300 students in Math Championship

The Department of Mathematics, Statistics and Physics (MSP) at Qatar University College of Arts and Sciences (QU-CAS) recently held the second QU Math Championship.The initiative was aimed at providing students with a platform to help them discover their talents and build their analytical and creative skills, according to a statement.Organised in collaboration with the QU Foundation Programme, the event engaged more than 300 students from across QU colleges. They had the opportunity to demonstrate their analytical and logical skills. Attendees included MSP Department head Dr Leena al-Sulaiti and faculty and staff from QU colleges of Arts and Sciences, and Business and Economics (CBE).The event featured two levels according to the students’ background and competencies. The first level was restricted to contestants from the Foundation Programme, CAS and CBE, while the second was open to all QU students. Each level included one session for male contestants and two sessions for female contestants. Commenting on the event, Dr al-Sulaiti said: “The main purpose of QU Math Championships is to provide our students with a challenging and engaging mathematical experience that is both competitive and educational. From the interest and participation of the students, I can say that the event turned out to be a great success. “The event aligns with Qatar University’s role to produce graduates with increased analytical and logical skills. With the introduction of Actuarial Mathematics through our BSc in Mathematics, we plan to build on the QU Math Championship experience to offer a wider service to the Qatari community by holding math activities open to high-school students in the State of Qatar.”