Mission Statement

Department of Mathematics and Computer Science

The mission of the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science is to provide students with the tools needed for life-long learning so that Lincoln's graduates can fully participate in the technological global society of the Twenty-first Century. Our specific goal is to unlock the doors to mathematical excellence and fulfillment for all students and to raise the level of participation in technical fields of under-represented groups, especially African Americans and women. The Department of Mathematics and Computer Science is designed to fulfill the needs of students majoring in any of the Natural Sciences, Social Sciences, or Humanities. Majors within the department include the B.S. in Mathematics (with a chosen concentration) or Computer Science. A Professional Education Program for PA Certification in Secondary Math is also available. Minors in Mathematics and Computer Science (with a chosen concentration) are also offered.