Math & Computer Science Faculty
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Dr. Tim Maharry (Chair)
Professor of Mathematics
Chair, Department of Mathematics and Computer Science
Beisel Family Endowed Chair in Mathematics
Contact Info
Phone: (580) 327-8583
Office: Shockley Hall 214
E-Mail: tjmaharry@nwosu.edu
Education
- Ph.D. – Statistics, Oklahoma State University
- M.S. – Applied Mathematics, Oklahoma State University
- B.S. – Mathematics, Hastings College
Courses Typically Taught
- College Algebra
- Contemporary Math
- Statistics
- Math Models
- Probability & Statistics I
- Probability & Statistics II
- Calculus
Northwestern Roles/Activities
- Campus Coordinator for the Oklahoma Louis Stokes Alliance for Minority Participation in STEM (OK-SLAMP)
- Heartland BEST Robotics Co-Director
- MATHCOUNTS Competition Volunteer
- NW Regional Science Fair Volunteer
Career Highlights
- John Barton Award for Distinguished Teaching and Service, 2008
- Donovan Reichenberger Fundraising Award, 2017
Mark Bagley
Instructor of Computer Science
Contact Info
Phone: (580) 327-8604
Office: Shockley Hall 116
E-Mail: mabagley@nwosu.edu
Education
- M.Ed. Northwestern Oklahoma State University, 2013
- B.S. Northeastern Oklahoma State University, 1980
Courses Typically Taught
- Database Management
- System Analysis & Design
- Advanced Programming
- Data Structures
- Operating Systems
- Robotics
- Computer Forensics
- Network Security
Northwestern Roles/Activities
- Co-Sponsor of the Computer Science Club
- Co-Sponsor of the Game Programming Teams
- BEST Robotics Competition Volunteer
- Member of the Academic Affairs Appeals Committee
- Sponsor of Robotics Activities
Hobbies
- Reading
- Fishing
- Music
- Research
- Robot Design and Development
Career Highlights
- Development of Robotics and Computer Science Labs
- Game Programming Teams winning many awards at the annual Heartland Gaming Expo sponsored by the University of Tulsa
- Serving on the Organizational Committee of the Heartland Gaming Expo
Mrs. Danielle Budy
Instructor of Mathematics
Contact Info
Phone: (580) 327-8586
Office: Shockley Hall 220
E-Mail: dfbudy@nwosu.edu
Education
- Master of Education – Secondary Education and Administration (emphasis in math),
Northwestern Oklahoma State University, December 2024 - Bachelor of Science (Education) – Mathematics Education
Northwestern Oklahoma State University, May 2000
Courses Teaching
- Beginning Algebra
- College Algebra
- Structural Concepts of Arithmetic
- Structural Concepts of Mathematics
- Geometry for Elementary Teachers
Previous Experience
- Waynoka High- 5 years teaching Algebra I, Algebra II Geometry, Alternative Education, coaching basketball and softball
- Northwest Technology Center- 2 years teaching
- Adjunct Instructor at Northwestern- 14 years teaching Pre-Intermediate and Beginning algebra
- Coordinator of the Academic Success Center at Northwestern- 2 years
Licensure
- Oklahoma Mathematics Teaching Certification
More About Me
I am married to Chad, an NWOSU alum and a full-time farmer and rancher. I have 4 children, Colton, Tabor (both NWOSU alumni) Sagelyn (soon to be alum) and Davin. I enjoy many sports and spending time with family and friends.
Dr. Keenan Meeker
Assistant Professor of Mathematics
Developmental Mathematics Coordinator
Contact Info
Phone: (580) 327-8581
Office: Shockley Hall 212
E-Mail: krmeeker@nwosu.edu
Education
- Ph. D., Oklahoma State University
- M.Ed., Northwestern Oklahoma State University
- B.A., The Master’s University, Santa Clarita
Courses Typically Taught
- MATH 0013 Pre-Intermediate Algebra
- MATH 0123 Intermediate Algebra
- MATH 0115 Beginning Algebra
- MATH 1403 Contemporary Mathematics
- MATH 1514 College Algebra with Review
- MATH 1513 College Algebra
- MATH 3043 Math Tech
Northwestern Roles/Activities
- Developmental Mathematics Coordinator
- Heartland BEST Robotics Committee Member
- Honors Committee Member
- Student Affairs Committee Member
- MATHCOUNTS Competition Volunteer
Licensure
- Oklahoma Mathematics Teaching Certification
Research/Scholarly Interests
- Trends and Issues in Using Technology in Developmental Mathematics Courses
- Educational Technology in Collegiate Mathematics
- Using Discrete Mathematics in the K-12 classroom
- Mathematics Education
Hobbies
- Traveling
- Grilling/Cooking
Career Highlights
When my students learn to have fun with mathematics; realizing that mathematics is not as scary as they originally thought.
Favorite Quote
“Life is good for only two things, discovering mathematics and teaching mathematics.”
–Simeon-Denis Poisson
Dr. Mary Riegel
Professor of Mathematics
Contact Info
Phone: (580) 327-8437
Office: Shockley Hall 222
E-Mail: mriegel@nwosu.edu
Education
- Ph.D. in Mathematics with a focus in Combinatorics and Optimization
University of Montana, May 2012
Dissertation: “Nontraditional Positional Games: New methods and boards for playing Tic-Tac-Toe” - M.A. in Mathematics with a focus in Algebra
University of Montana, May 2008
Project: “Elementary Theory of Coxeter Groups” - B.A. in Pure Mathematics
Whitman College, May 2006
Project: “Simson Lines in Euclidean Space”
Courses Typically Taught
- MATH 1403 Contemporary Math (and Contemporary with Lab)
- MATH 1513 College Algebra (and College Algebra with Lab)
- MATH 2013 Statistics
- MATH 2215 Analytic Geometry and Calculus I
- MATH 2315 Analytic Geometry and Calculus II
- MATH 3043 Math Technology
- MATH 3053 Discrete Mathematics
- MATH 3323 Multivariable Calculus
- MATH 3353 Modern Algebra
- MATH 4203 Differential Equations
- MATH 5180 Women in Mathematics (grad level)
Past NWOSU Courses Taught
- MATH 2233 Structural Concepts in Arithmetic (for Elementary Ed majors)
- MATH 2433 Structural Concepts in Mathematics (for Elementary Ed majors)
- MATH 2633 Geometry for Elementary Teachers (for Elementary Ed majors)
- MATH 3013 Linear Algebra
Northwestern Roles/Activities
- Chair Social Affairs Committee
- Chair FEAD Committee
- Faculty Senate (2017-present)
- Heartland BEST Robotics Co-Director and Game Chair
- Proud supporter of Math Club, Society of Physics Students, Medical Sciences Club, and the Northwestern Art Society
Who I Am Away From Northwestern
In my spare time, I love to crochet, quilt, weave, bake, read, and golf. I also love playing board games, and spending time with my oversized dogs.
Evan Vaverka
Instructor of Computer Science
Contact Info
Phone: (580) 327-8587
Office: Shockley Hall 213
E-Mail: epvaverka@nwosu.edu
Education
- M.Ed. Adult Education, Management and Administration, Dec 2020
- B.S. Computer Science, May 2015
Courses Typically Taught
- Programming Concepts
- Programming 1 and 2
- Game Production and Game Development
- Mobile Application Design
- Micro Computer Applications
Hobbies
- Playing Video Games
- Designing Video Games