User:Jonhanke496/PROMYS
History
[edit]The PROMYS program was created by several alumni of the Ross program to continue the ...
Philosophy
[edit]The main principle of the program is to give its participants the opportunity to have a deep experience
This is embodied in the quote of Arnold Ross "To Think Deeply of Simple Things".
Program Structure
[edit]Number Theory Lectures
[edit]- Daily Lectures
- Problem Sets
- Exploration lab
Advanced Courses and Research
[edit]Every year three advanced courses are offered to the returning students. These usually rotate between
Counselor Seminars
[edit]Guest Lectures
[edit]Recreational Activities
[edit]- "Mandatory Fun"
- Ultimate Frisbee
- Picnic and 4th of July Celebration
"Mandatory Fun"
[edit]Every Friday night, the counselors organize "an event so fun that it is necessary and sufficient," hence the name "mandatory fun". These events include a picnic, casino night, a talent show, animation night, a dance, and an ice cream social.
Funding
[edit]PROMYS is funded primarily by grants from the ... They have a
Program Impact and Alumni
[edit]The program has been mentioned in several books abo