Brian J Travers
Professional Details
| Title: | Assistant Professor |
| Office: | SB-308B |
| Phone: | 978-542-6339 |
| Email: | brian.travers@salemstate.edu |
| Resume: | Brian J Travers [DOC 47KB] |
| Website: | http://www.salemstate.edu/~btravers |
Spring Courses
| Cat. # | Term | Course # | Title |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1340 | 01 | MAT218 | Introduction to Mathematical Computing |
| 1355 | 01 | MAT409 | Complex Variables |
| 2665 | S1 | MSM705 | Geometry and Measurement for Middle School Teachers |
| 3307 | 04 | MAT108 | Finite Mathematics |
| 3308 | 05 | MAT108 | Finite Mathematics |
| 3782 | 01 | MAT500 | Directed Study in Mathematics |
Professional Biography
I received a PhD in mathematics from the University of Rhode Island in May, 2004 and began teaching at Salem State College in the mathematics department in the Fall of 2004. I had taught high school prior to attending gratuate school full-time, but I think I am better suited to teach at the collegiate level.
Professional Interests
My field of study is Block Design and I am interested in Graph Theory. I am also interested in teaching secondary mathematics.
Responsibilities
In addition to my teaching load, I am the chairperson of the Secondary Education Coordinators for Salem State College. If you have any interest in teaching high school math, please feel free to contact me. I also serve as the chairperson for the mathematics department assessment committee and I serve on the department curriculum committee.
Selected Publications
See my CV for publications.
Personal Interests
I am captain of the Providence Grays, a vintage base ball club that plays by the rules of 1884 National League Base Ball. We are dedicated to the preservation of and playing by the correct interpretation of the great American game. If interested, please visit www.ProvidenceGrays.com.
I also became the proud father of a baby boy, Owen Edward, born on August 16, 2008. I still try to play as much golf as I can, but baby time wins out over much of the golf time ...