Dr. Lauren Dedieu

Associate Professor

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Biography

Lauren DeDieu is an Associate Professor at the University of Calgary, where she holds the position of Associate Head for Teaching and Learning. She specializes in Mathematics and has earned a PhD in Mathematics from McMaster University in 2016, as well as an MSc in the same field in 2012. DeDieu also holds a BSc Honours in Mathematics from Cape Breton University, obtained in 2011. Her teaching focuses on fostering student engagement in mathematics through various courses including Mathematical Explorations and Linear Methods II. DeDieu has received several accolades for her contributions to education, including the 2024 Margaret Sinclair Memorial Award from the Fields Institute and recognition as one of Avenue Magazine’s Top 40 Under 40 in 2023. She promotes mathematics outreach programs targeting K-12 students, including Girls Excel Math initiatives. Her dedication to teaching and commitment to enhancing learning experiences are evident in her course syllabi and pedagogical innovations.

Research Interests

Awards

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Margaret Sinclair Memorial Award

2024-01-01
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Top 40 Under 40

2023-01-01
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PIMS Education Prize

2023-01-01
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Teaching Award

2022-01-01
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Community Engagement Award (Early Career)

2020-01-01

Courses

MATH 205 Mathematical Explorations MATH 311 Linear Methods II MATH 265 University Calculus MATH 305 Mathematics MATH 212 Mathematical Ways of Thinking

Requirements for University of Calgary

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:97
GRE General
Verbal
Required:150
Quantitative
Required:159
Analytical Writing
Required:5.5
Overall
Required:5.5
Prerequisites
4-year Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent 3rd or 4th year course in Theory of Computation 3rd or 4th year course in Software Engineering 3rd or 4th year course in Systems (OS, Compilers, Networking) 3rd or 4th year course in Application (AI, Graphics, Databases)
Application Checklist
  • Unofficial Transcripts
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Two Letters of Reference
Specialization Notes

Department of Computer Science Master's program. GRE scores are expected for international students.