KATHERINE S. BYLER KELM

Department of Mathematics

California State University, Fresno

5245 N. Backer Ave. M/S PB108

Fresno, CA 93740-8001



EMPLOYMENT

California State University, Fresno Assistant Professor 2002 - present
Courses taught   Math 75 (Mathematical Analysis I)
    Limits, continuity, differentiation, integration and applications
  • Fall 2005 (2 sections)
  • Spring 2003 (3 sections)
Math 76 (Mathematical Analysis II)
    Techniques and applications of integration, parametric equations, polar coordinates, sequences and series
  • Spring 2007
  • Spring 2006
Math 77 (Mathematical Analysis III)
    Vector calculus
  • Fall 2002
Math 151 (Principles of Algebra)
    Groups, rings, fields
  • Fall 2004
  • Fall 2003
Math 152 (Linear Algebra)
    Groups, rings, fields
  • Fall 2005
  • Spring 2006
Math 251 (Graduate Abstract Algebra)
    Groups, rings, fields, Galois theory
  • Fall 2002
Courses developed and taught   Math 75A (Mathematical Analysis with Review IA)
    Limits, continuity, differentiation, and applications, with pre-calculus support
  • Spring 2007
  • Fall 2004 (2 sections)
  • Fall 2003 (2 sections)
Math 75B (Mathematical Analysis with Review IB)
    Differentiation, integration and applications, with pre-calculus support
  • Spring 2005 (2 sections)
  • Spring 2005 (2 sections)
Committees   2005-06
  • Math 75 [Calculus] Committee
  • Graduate Committee
  • College of Science and Mathematics - Academic Policies Committee
  • College of Science and Mathematics - Catalog and Curriculum Committee
2004-05
  • Just-in-Time Calculus Committee - chair
  • Catalogue and Curriculum Committee
  • Single Subject Credential Program Review Committee
  • Putnam Exam Committee
  • Graduate Committee
  • Convocation Committee - chair
2003-04
  • Graduate Committee
  • Catalogue and Curriculum Committee
  • Math 75 [Calculus] Committee
  • Just-in-Time Calculus Committee - chair
  • Calculus Textbook Selection Committee
  • Scholarship Committee - chair
  • College of Science and Mathematics - Scholarship Committee
 
University of Oregon Graduate Teaching Fellow 1996 - 2002
Instructor   College Algebra 3 terms
    Rational, exponential and logarithmic functions and their graphs
Elementary Functions 3 terms
    Trigonometry, the Binomial Theorem and mathematical induction
Calculus I 2 terms
    Limits, continuity, differentiation and applications
Calculus II 2 terms
    Integration and its applications
Calculus III 2 terms
    Applications of integration, parametric equations, polar coordinates, sequences and series
University Math III 2 terms
    Mathematical modeling, average rate of change, instantaneous rate of change, differentiation and applications
Calculus for Business and Social Science I 1 term
    Limits, continuity, differentiation and their applications in business
Teaching Assistant   Calculus for Business and Social Science I 2 terms
    Limits, continuity, differentiation and their applications in business
Calculus for Business and Social Science II 1 term
    Integration, matrix algebra, systems of linear inequalities, and their applications in business
Introduction to Probability and Statistics 2 terms
    Statistical methods, probability and their applications in business
 
University of Oregon Reader for the Blind 2001
  • Read text for Discrete Mathematics course onto audio tapes
  • Compiled table of contents and lists of unfamiliar words
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Johns Hopkins University
Center for Talented Youth (CTY) Program		 Instructor, Geometry and its Applications 1999, 2000
CTY Web Site
  • Developed a 3-week intensive course in geometry and its theoretical and practical applications for gifted children ages 12-15
  • Gave lectures, assigned class work, and supervised projects for 25 hours of class time per week
  • Worked with a teaching assistant to plan small-group projects and to hold two-hour study sessions each evening
  • Discussed individual students' discipline, health, and other issues daily with camp counselor, nurse, and residential assistants
  • Wrote personal performance evaluations for each student
  • Helped organize all-camp recreational activities for 250 students
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San Francisco State University Tutor, Grader 1995
  • Graded for Calculus I class
  • Tutored in drop-in Math Lab
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ACCESS Program, Lawrence Hall of Science Facilitator 1995
  • Assisted in twelve math classes at Bret Harte Junior High, Oakland, CA
  • Developed new mathematics curricula for grades 7-9
  • Served as liaison between Oakland teachers and the ACCESS program
  • Attended school-board and curriculum meetings
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University of California, Berkeley Tutor, Study Group Leader 1995
  • Tutored students in mathematics on a drop-in basis
  • Led semiweekly discussions for Calculus II
  • Wrote review sheets and other study aids
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EDUCATION

Ph.D. Mathematics University of Oregon 2003
M.S. Mathematics University of Oregon 1998
A.B. Mathematics University of California, Berkeley 1994


CONFERENCES AND SEMINARS

Phoenix, Arizona AMS-MAA Joint Meetings January, 2004
   Talk: "Generalizations of the Bias Invariant"
Baltimore, Maryland AMS-MAA Joint Meetings January, 2003
   Talk: "Comparing the Homotopy Types of [G,2]-Complexes for 2-Knot Groups G"
Portland, Oregon AMS-MAA Northwest Regional Conference June, 2002
   Talk: "A Generalization of the Browning Invariant"
San Diego, California AMS-MAA Joint Meetings January, 2002
   Talk: "A Generalization of the Browning Invariant to Infinite Groups"
Luttach, Italy Conference in Low-Dimensional Topology 2001
   Talk: "Generalized Bias Invariant and Examples"
University of Oregon Homotopy Theory Seminar 2000 - 2002
Co-Founded a weekly student topology/geometry seminar
Talks given:
  • "Pictures of pi_2"
  • "Combings and the Word Problem"
  • "Localization of Chain Complexes"
  • "Interesting Presentations of Z^n"
  • "The Browning Invariant"
  • "The Browning Class Group: Gruenberg's Enigma"
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ACTIVITIES AND HONORS

California State University, Fresno Recipient
   College of Science and Mathematics Dean's Performance Award 2003
   College of Science and Mathematics Dean's Performance Award 2002
University of Oregon Nominee 2001
   Anderson Award for Distinguished Teaching
Oregon Daily Emerald Guest Columnist 2001
   Published a 550-word column in the campus newspaper Read Column
Graduate Affairs Committee Elected graduate student representative 1997 - 1998
  • Served as liaison between Mathematics Department students and faculty
  • Helped improve student access to mathematics library holdings
  • Planned department social events
  • Participated in planning graduate course offerings
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Graduate Teaching Fellows Federation Member and volunteer 1996 - 2002
  • Attended membership meetings, bargaining sessions and social events
  • Helped to prepare mailings and other publicity
    •
Fresno Choral Artists Member 2003-present
  • Soprano section leader (2005-present)
  • Alto section leader (2004-2005)
  • Participate in fundraising activities
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Eugene Vocal Arts Ensemble Member and Communications Representative 2001 - 2002
  • Led alto section in weekly rehearsals and 8-10 concerts per year
  • Received and recorded attendance information for 32 members
  • Served on performance committee
  • Participated in fundraising activities
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Performing Arts Chorus, Principal and Stage Crew 1984 - 2002
  • Performed in 30 fully-staged theatrical productions in California, Oregon, and England
  • Sang in three chamber choruses
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Young Friends Worship Sharing Group Founder and Member 1996 - 1999
  • Founded a Quaker worship and study group for young adults
  • Hosted weekly meetings


REFERENCES

Dr. Micheal Dyer, Advisor Dr. Richard Koch, Professor
Department of Mathematics Department of Mathematics
1222 University of Oregon 1222 University of Oregon
Eugene, OR 97403-1222 Eugene, OR 97403-1222
 
Stuart Thomas, Assistant Head Dr. Hal Sadofsky, Associate Professor
Department of Mathematics Department of Mathematics
1222 University of Oregon 1222 University of Oregon
Eugene, OR 97403-1222 Eugene, OR 97403-1222
 
Dr. Robert Arnold, Professor
Department of Mathematics
California State University, Fresno
5245 N. Backer Ave. M/S PB 108
Fresno, CA 93740-8001


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