Innovation & Education Foundation

09/18/2026

📢 Exciting Start to Our STEM Research Journey at HT!

Today, the Huston-Tillotson University Mathematics Department held the first in-person presentation session of Fall 2026 semester for our project, "Expanding Pathways in the Mathematical Sciences through Mentored Enrichment, iSTEME Engagement, and Career Preparation at Huston-Tillotson University."

The session featured two engaging presentations:

🔹 Faculty Research Presentation by Dr. Farzana Hussain on Hybrid numerical-ML Modeling of Storm Paths and Storm Surges Along Coastal Regions, highlighting the important role of mathematical modeling in understanding and preparing for natural hazards.

🔹 Student Presentation by Sanai Haymon-Jallow on How to Get the Best from DataCamp, providing valuable insights and practical tips for students seeking to strengthen their data science and analytics skills.

This initiative is being conducted in collaboration with the Innovation & Education Foundation and is funded through the Mathematical Association of America's Tensor Outreach Program.

As part of this exciting project, 10 HT students will participate in STEM research during the 2026-2027 academic year, working closely with mathematics faculty mentors to gain hands-on research experience, develop career-ready skills, and explore pathways in the mathematical sciences.

A heartfelt thank you to all the faculty and students who joined today's session. Your enthusiasm, engagement, and support inspire us to continue pushing boundaries and creating meaningful opportunities for our students. Together, we are building a stronger future in STEM education and research!

09/14/2026

09/06/2026

Congratulations to all of our DataCamp Scholarship applicants!

You’ve been added to our DataCamp Classroom. Please check your email and accept the invitation to join the classroom and begin learning.

This is a great opportunity to complete as many courses as you can and earn professional certificates from DataCamp. If you’re new to the platform, I’ve included some helpful videos and articles below to guide you on how to get started and how to best use DataCamp materials. You can access more helpful videos by joining their Youtube channel.

If you need any help, feel free to reach out. We’re here to support you throughout your learning journey.

Videos & Reading links:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oO2RFvpHjDg&t=31s

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O8nCMV0XVdo&t=10s

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gxYTMlIWj7c&t=9s

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aION2PtySvw&t=5s

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9ZYvMldQKtE&t=5s

https://edwize.org/how-to-get-the-best-out-of-datacamp/

https://aipure.ai/articles/how-to-use-datacamp-master-data-science-and-ai-skills

09/04/2026

Dear Huston-Tillotson Students and Faculty,

Welcome to the Research presentation series organized by Department of Mathematics. You are cordially invited to attend our first session - an insightful presentation by Dr. Farzana Hussain, Professor of Mathematics, on:

Hybrid Model for Prediction of Storm Surge and Path
📅 Date: September 18
🕛 Time: 12:00 PM
📍 Location: DL 108

This presentation will explore how hybrid mathematical models and data-driven approaches can contribute to improving the prediction of storm surges and storm paths, helping advance our understanding of these important phenomena.

We encourage all HT students and faculty to join us for this engaging discussion and support interdisciplinary learning and research. We will start sharply at 12pm on September 18th. Lunch will be provided for attendees. Please sign-up using this link: https://forms.gle/azCL2sXCtrVktWAb6

We hope to see you there!

Department of Mathematics

08/19/2026

We are truly honored and excited to share a proud moment from our SUST community! 🌟

Kazi Tasmiya Binte Imam, Junior IT Secretary of the National Student Data Corps SUST Chapter, has been selected as a Millennium Fellow, Class of 2026, presented by United Nations Academic Impact (UNAI) and the Millennium Campus Network (MCN). Tasmiya is currently pursuing her Bachelor of Science in Mathematics at Shahjalal University of Science and Technology (SUST).

Adding to this remarkable achievement, Tasmiya has also been selected for the ICTP Physics Without Frontiers (PWF) Bangladesh Internship 2026 — a competitive program that nurtures young scientists and innovators across the country. Her dedication to mathematics, data-driven research, mental health innovation, and youth empowerment continues to inspire all of us.

I am also deeply honored to have been invited to join the Global Town Hall Ceremony of the Millennium Fellowship Class of 2026 as her mentor. 🌍✨

This year, out of 76,000+ applicants, more than 5,500 students have been selected — representing 330+ campuses across 60 nations — all working on projects that advance the 17 Sustainable Development Goals.

Being part of this global community is both a privilege and a responsibility. I look forward to learning from passionate young leaders, collaborating across borders, and transforming ideas into meaningful action within my community.

Congratulations once again to Tasmiya — and to all the Fellows and Interns shaping a more equitable, sustainable future. 🌱💡

08/11/2026

𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐚𝐜𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐜 𝐲𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔–𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟕 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐮𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐩𝐩𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐁𝐈𝐆 𝐧𝐞𝐰𝐬!

Innovation Education Foundation (IEF) is celebrating a milestone that fills our hearts with pride and motivation. In such a short time since our establishment, we’ve already been recognized and funded by the Mathematical Association of America (MAA) for our project:
“Expanding Pathways in the Mathematical Sciences through Mentored Enrichment, iSTEME Engagement, and Career Preparation at Huston‑Tillotson University.” PI: Dr. Farzana Hussain, CoPIs: Dr. Ahmad Kamalvand, Dr. Engin Topkara. This good news is announced in page 14 of the June-July issue of https://maa.org/maa-focus/, MAA's math magazine: https://digitaleditions.walsworthprintgroup.com/publication/?i=866738&p=0&view=issueViewer

Support for our project is provided by the Mathematical Association of America and the Tensor Foundation. This recognition isn’t just an honor — it’s a powerful validation of our mission. Even more exciting, based on performance, this project is eligible for renewal for up to three years, opening doors for long‑term impact.

💡 Through this project, IEF will provide the following support for Students at Huston-Tillotson University but some of them are open for all:
🔹 Mentored academic enrichment in mathematics and data science
🔹 Hands-on iSTEME workshops and innovation challenges
🔹 Career preparation sessions, resume clinics, and internship guidance
🔹 Research mentorship and faculty–student collaboration opportunities
🔹 Community-building events to strengthen STEM identity and confidence
🔹 Pathways connecting students to graduate programs and STEM careers

To our dear family, friends, and well‑wishers: your support fuels everything we do. Stay with us, cheer for us, and help us continue building pathways for the next generation. Together, we can prepare our youth for bright, confident, future‑ready careers.

Let’s make 2026–2027 a year of innovation, empowerment, and unstoppable momentum! 🚀📚✨

06/03/2026

🚀 𝐂𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐮𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬!

Ready to level up your research skills this summer?

Innovation & Education Foundation with the support of Mathematical Association of America launched an Introductory Summer Research Education Program. Join the IEF – MAA Summer Research Education Program — a free, open event designed to help you explore topics, strategies, and essential skills for undergraduate research.

📅 Started from June 3 every Wednesday
🕐 1 PM US Central Time, 7 PM UK,
12 AM Bangladesh (+1 day)

🌍 Open to ALL undergraduates

✨ Don’t miss this chance to learn, grow, and connect with a community of emerging researchers.

🔗 Register now: https://forms.gle/M1gqWehvkFKzUVfo9
Zoom link will be sent to registered people only.

06/02/2026

🎉 FREE AI Training Opportunity

Two new modules have been added to the AIM-AHEAD and MATCH AI Hands-on Workshop Series on AIM-AHEAD Connect, and they're available at no cost to all AIM-AHEAD Connect members.

💡 Not a member? AIM-AHEAD Connect membership is free, too.

🆕 Module 3: Predictive Modeling Using Healthcare Data introduces learners to machine learning using real-world healthcare data. Participants will explore data preprocessing, regression and classification models, decision trees, random forests, and model interpretability techniques.

🆕 Module 4: Microscopy Image Analysis provides a hands-on introduction to fluorescence microscopy and computer vision. Learners will use Python and OpenCV to analyze cell images, quantify cellular features, and explore image processing techniques through guided coding notebooks.

The AIM-AHEAD and MATCH AI Hands-on Workshop Series provides a practical introduction to AI applications in biomedical research, helping learners build skills in working with healthcare data, medical images, and emerging AI methods.

With more than 10,000 members across the United States and its territories, AIM-AHEAD Connect offers opportunities to network with peers, participate in discussions, discover funding and career opportunities, attend events and webinars, and access a growing catalog of free courses in AI/ML and biomedical informatics.

🔗 Join AIM-AHEAD Connect and enroll in the course: https://courses.aim-ahead.net/course/c/89cabdea10

05/14/2026

🌍✨ 𝐖𝐄𝐋𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐄 𝐆𝐀𝐁𝐑𝐈𝐄𝐋 𝐆𝐎𝐃𝐖𝐈𝐋𝐋 𝐘𝐀𝐍𝐀 — 𝐈𝐄𝐅 𝐀𝐌𝐁𝐀𝐒𝐒𝐀𝐃𝐎𝐑 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐂𝐀𝐌𝐄𝐑𝐎𝐎𝐍 & 𝐀𝐅𝐑𝐈𝐂𝐀! ✨🌍

The *Innovation & Education Foundation* is proud to welcome 𝐆𝐀𝐁𝐑𝐈𝐄𝐋 𝐆𝐎𝐃𝐖𝐈𝐋𝐋 𝐘𝐀𝐍𝐀 as our newest *Ambassador for Cameroon and other African countries*! 🇨🇲🌍🔥
https://www.innovationeducationfoundation.org/

Gabriel is an undergraduate student of Business Administration and Marketing at Huston‑Tillotson University, Austin, Texas, with an expected graduation in 2028. He is a dynamic young leader whose work already reflects the spirit of innovation, service, and community empowerment that drives our mission.

From founding *Young Christian Fest*, uniting 500+ youth in Cameroon, to launching *Holy Fit*, a faith‑centered clothing brand that inspires identity and purpose, Gabriel has consistently shown what it means to lead with vision, courage, and heart.

As an IEF Ambassador, he will help expand our impact across Africa through:

- 🌱 𝐄𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐡 & 𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩
- 🤝 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩𝐬 & 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭
- 🚀 𝐈𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧, 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐝𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐠𝐥𝐨𝐛𝐚𝐥 𝐜𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧

His passion for uplifting young people and building meaningful initiatives makes him an exceptional addition to our global network.

Let’s celebrate this exciting new chapter!
💙✨ Welcome to the Innovation & Education Foundation family, Gabriel!

Together, we will continue to inspire, empower, and transform communities—one student at a time.