Science / Mathematics Education Department

Southern University and A&M College

Welcome to Southern University's Department of Science/Math Education, a Ph.D. Degree-granting unit, administratively housed in the Graduate School.

The Science/Mathematics Education Program, also known as SMED, is a relatively new program that was implemented in 1998. The objectives of the Program are the production of new knowledge, processes, and products in science/mathematics education; the production of an ethnically diverse cadre of research scholars; and the delivery of professional services--in line with the first and second objectives-to local, state, and national educational communities and other general audiences. An explicit goal of this program is to attract minority and non-minority students alike.

This interdisciplinary program is unique in that students who receive the Ph.D. from the Department will have, in addition to research skills in education, a Master's degree or master's equivalent in mathematics, computer science, or in one of the science content areas. Presently, there are 42 students enrolled in the Program, most of whom are part-time. To serve these students are a core faculty of five and an affiliate faculty, which include two professors from the departments of biology, chemistry, computer science, physics, mathematics, and curriculum and instruction.

Thank you for visiting the SMED website and please explore the various links to obtain additional information about the Program. You may also contact the SMED Department directly by calling (225)771-2085.