Randomized Algorithms

Randomness has proven itself to be a useful resource for developing provably efficient algorithms and protocols. As a result, the study of randomized algorithms has become a major research topic in recent years. This course will explore a collection of techniques for effectively using randomization and for analyzing randomized algorithms, as well as examples from a variety of settings and problem areas.

OASIS for Transfers

The OASIS Seminar for Transfers is designed for incoming transfers, to help them make a smooth transition, identify programs of interest, and be successful at UMass. Students will learn how to: navigate UMass requirements, opportunities, resources and procedures; clarify their choice of major; ensure timely progress toward graduation; and position themselves for careers and other post-graduate options.

Independent Study

Students interested in independent study in dance (Dance 395) must provide convincing reasons for pursuing independent work and be self motivated and directed in their work. Students are responsible for choosing and receiving approval from a faculty advisor, with whom workload expectations, meeting times, and outcomes will be mutually negotiated and set for the semester. Credit load (1-4) will reflect the workload level and outcomes of the proposed study (e.g., a 2-credit independent study requires a minimum of 2-4 hours of outside work each week.

Darrell Troie

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Dir Application & Compliance
Institution:  
UMASS Amherst
Department:  
A&F Information Technology
Additional Department:  
Information Technology
Email Address:  
dtroie@umass.edu
Telephone:  
413-577-5727
Office Building:  
Whitmore Admin Building

Melis Balikcilar

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Assistant Foods Manager
Institution:  
UMASS Amherst
Department:  
UMass Dining - Berkshire Commons
Email Address:  
mbalikcilar@umass.edu
Telephone:  
413-577-8114
Office Building:  
Campus Center

Race and Gender: Theory

(Offered as POSC 375 and SWAG 376) Questions of race, gender, and sexuality have provoked profound shifts in the analytical methods of critical theory. Notwithstanding its subtle views of history, critical theory conceived of the political arena in overly abstract, generalizing terms. Exploring twenty-first-century approaches in social and political thought, this course expands the repertoire of critical strategies through which we can frame our current political landscape.

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