Mathematics is the foundation of physical and social sciences and an essential tool for scientific research. Modern industries and technology rely on advanced mathematical theory. Mathematics itself has also been a special art throughout the development of human civilization. WSU's internship program places students at Boeing Corporation, Pacific Northwest National Laboratories, and other national labs and companies. Work with department faculty on research projects. Join a math, science, and engineering community residence hall-share classes with your neighbours, study together, get free tutoring, and use the hall's computer lab. The Owen Science and Engineering Library subscribes to more than 200 math journals and there are 15,000 volumes in the math section of the library. The department maintains strong computing facilities that are readily available for students. <br><br>Applied mathematics, a focus option in the mathematics major, prepares you to use theories and techniques, such as mathematical modeling and computational methods, to formulate and solve practical problems in business, government, engineering, computing, and physical, biological, and social sciences.