Student Testimonials - Bishop's University

“It was a great feeling to come to class at BU, as my professors knew me by name and seemed genuinely pleased to teach me. I felt like a valued member of the class. Because of the small class size, it was easy to get to know other students. We quickly began to offer and receive support from one another while studying. Also, professors were very accommodating with opportunities for one-on-one support. The learning community at Bishop’s University allowed me to thrive.”

Cole Lowry
BSc EdM Mathematics Education 2023

“After Bishop’s, I completed a master’s degree in mathematics, at Concordia University, with a concentration in mathematical education. I eventually became a mathematics instructor at the college level, before stepping into the role of Dean of Academic Organization & Registrar at Champlain College Lennoxville, neighbor to Bishop’s University. My background in mathematics prepared me greatly for this position, that requires problem-solving and optimization skills and an ease with number and data analysis. As a Bishop’s student, I had the opportunities to develop my skills, not only through classes, but also through working opportunities: as a tutor in the math help center, as a grader for several courses, as a summer research assistant. The strength of Bishop’s also resides in the liberal education philosophy, which allows you to merge your passions. I was also able to complete a minor in Hispanic studies, part of the Mathematics and Spanish program, and to study abroad for a semester at the Universidad San Francisco de Quito, Ecuador, one of the greatest experiences of my life.”

Antoine Fortin Veilleux
B.A. – Honors in Mathematics, Minor in Hispanic Studies (Bishop’s) 2016
Dean of Academic Organization & Registrar at Champlain College, Lennoxville

“I’m grateful for the rigorous and well-rounded education I received at Bishop’s. The dual degree in math and economics provided an excellent foundation for my graduate studies and research work. From the welcoming community of students, to the attentive and knowledgeable faculty, the support, resources, research opportunities, and tailor made programming available at Bishop’s are outstanding. The personal interactions with faculty members were crucial to my development, providing me valuable guidance and support, and making my studies a fun and engaging experience.”

Eric Richert
B.A.– Economics Honors and Math Major 2015
Assistant Professor in Economics at The University of Chicago

“The Mathematics program at B.U. is structured as to both challenge and facilitate students in their quest for autonomous higher order thinking and problem solving. Within this structure, I am a valued individual and a respected learner. The interactive learning community is welcoming and real. I now teach students to use and enjoy Mathematics so as to grow from them and that I owe to my education at B.U.”

André Bergeron ’08
B.Sc. EDM (Double Major Mathematics & Secondary Education) & B.Ed.

“It was crucial for me to attend a university that would provide me with the best overall experience. I did not make a mistake in choosing Bishop’s: great and friendly professors fully focused on teaching, small class sizes, possibilities and encouragement to pursue multiple majors, nice social environment, low cost of living,… Bishop’s fully prepared me for the graduate studies at a leading research university, thus opening the early doors towards my research career. https://www.davors.com/“

Dr. Davor Svetinovic ’00
B.Sc. Honours in Computer Science with Distinction Honours in Mathematics
M.Math., University of Waterloo, 2000-2002 Ph.D., University of Waterloo, 2002-2006

“My experience in the math department at Bishop’s has been nothing but positive. It offers a program filled with challenges but most importantly there was always help available to me. There is always a teacher that was available to help me with any subject even if it was not the class i was taking with them. And if my teachers were not available, then the Math help center had every opportunity to answer my questions. My classes have always been small which was amazing because I was able to build friendships with the other students in my class and we were able to help each other out. And not to mention every semester there is a math party, where we all get together at a teacher’s house to have fun outside of school and eat good food.”

Nancy Roach ’08
BSc Major in Math

“I am working at Health Canada in the Microsimulation Modelling and Data Analysis Division (MSDAD) of the Applied Research and Analysis Directorate (ARAD) in the Health Policy Branch (HPB). Essentially a number cruncher at Health Canada.

After Bishop’s I completed an M.A. Economics from Queen’s University, and am presently taking classes part time to complete an M.Sc. Biostatistics at University Ottawa.

The Bishop’s Math Dept. showed me that challenging and difficult subject matter could be approached in a friendly and cordial way. Being able to respond calmly and kindly to challenges has, and continues to serve me well in my career.”

Tim Prendergast ’01
Double Major in Honors Economics and Mathematics