Dr. Shurron M. Farmer is a dedicated mathematician and educator specializing in difference equations, mathematical biology, and mathematics education, serving as the Mathematics Program Coordinator and Assistant Professor at UDC since 2007. With a strong research portfolio, leadership in curriculum development, and a commitment to student success, he has secured NSF grants, published influential work, and received the Teaching Excellence Award for his contributions to STEM education.
Experience
Education
Doctor of Philosophy in Mathematics:Difference Equations, Dynamical Systems, and Mathematical Biology, Howard University Master of Science in Mathematics, Howard University Bachelor of Science in Mathematics, Summa Cum Laude, Florida A&M University
Roles
Mathematics Program Coordinator, UDC, 2014-Present Assistant Professor of Mathematics, UDC, 2007-Present Assistant Professor of Mathematics, Morgan State University, 2001-07
Courses Taught
Calculus III Intermediate Algebra Calculus for Business, Economics, Life, and Social Science Calculus I Calculus II General College Mathematics I-II Introductory Algebra Basic Mathematics Finite Mathematics Introduction to Mathematical Concepts Differential Equations Linear Algebra Number Theory
Expertise
Mathematician and Researcher Mathematics Program Coordinator
Member, American Mathematical Society Member, Mathematical Association of America Member, National Association of Mathematics
Impact
Selected Publications
Wylie, D., & Farmer, S. Links between performance in algebra courses, precalculus courses, and the successful completion of introductory calculus. [in progress]
Fleming, J., & Farmer, S. (2019). Secondary mathematics and UDC expectations: Do they align? If not, what’s next? In J. Wendt & D. Apugo (Eds.). K-12 STEM education in urban learning environments. Information Science Reference.
Selected Presentations
Wylie, D., & Farmer, S. (2024). Links between performance in algebra courses, precalculus courses, and the successful completion of introductory calculus. Undergraduate Research Day, University of the District of Columbia, Washington, D.C.
Wylie, D., & Farmer, S. (2023). Investigation the relationship between algebra performance and success in calculus. Fluid and Dynamics, University of the District of Columbia, Washington, D.C.
Selected Grants
National Science Foundation. (n.d.). Pedagogical reform and performance assessment as frameworks for improving engineering education.
National Science Foundation. (n.d.). Enhancing student retention and preparation to graduate schools in the STEM disciplines.
Recognitions
Teaching Excellence Award, College of Arts and Sciences, UDC, 2017
Invited Participations
Appointed to committee to establish a general sciences degree program at UDC
Appointed as faculty liaison to help establish the Katherine J. Johnson Mathematics Teacher Training Institute at UDC
