Geometry & Topology REU Programs - Williams, Cornell, Tennessee, Indiana?

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The discussion centers around the challenges and experiences of students applying for Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REUs) in mathematics, particularly those focused on geometry and topology. Participants express frustration over the limited availability of REUs in these areas and share insights about specific programs, such as those at Cornell and Tennessee, which are noted for their academic rigor. The importance of strong letters of recommendation is emphasized, with advice on how to secure them and what makes them effective. Participants discuss their application strategies, including the necessity of personal statements and the competitive nature of these programs, with some sharing their past experiences and acceptance rates. Concerns about the application process, including the pressure of deadlines and the perceived elitism of certain programs, are also highlighted. Overall, the conversation reflects a mix of anxiety, determination, and camaraderie among students navigating the REU application landscape.
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Got an offer from Mt Holyoke! :smile:
Anyone done this REU last year / knows anything about it?
 
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lilli said:
Got an offer from Mt Holyoke! :smile:
Anyone done this REU last year / knows anything about it?

Which group did you get into? I had received an offer a few weeks ago and ended up choosing a different program as it more closely fit my personal research interests.

Everyone I had spoken to who did that program last summer all had very high recommendations, however they did make it clear that it was different adviser and topic. One of the main drawbacks to me, aside from the mathematics, to be completely honest, was the lack of a/c in the dormitories.
 
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I got into the "Partition Regular Matrices from a Linear Algebraic Perspective" group.
Still waiting to hear back from a couple others (Pennstate, UNC Asheville, Clemson) but since it's gotten so late I'm pretty sure I'll get rejected from them.
Haha it is 8 weeks in Summer, so that is indeed a major drawback! :wink:
 
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Is anyone going to NAU?
 
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Got into Clemson (Computational Number Theory and combinatorics).
Anyone got any views on this REU? and perhaps how it would compare with Mount Holyoke?

Also, Pennstate haven't finished giving out offers apparently. The committee is still meeting to decide the fate of my application...
 

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