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Aklilu Zeleke is a Professor in the Department of Statistics & Probability at Michigan State University, affiliated with Lyman Briggs College (LBC). He teaches advanced mathematics (LB 118-119-220, LB 492) and statistics (LB 117, STT 231) courses across both institutions. His academic career spans 1997-2005 (Alma College) and 2005-present at MSU.
- Ph.D. in Mathematics, Temple University (1997)
- M.Sc. in Mathematics, University of Leipzig, Germany
Research Interests: Zeleke's work bridges probability theory (random walks, limit theorems), discrete mathematics (combinatorics, automated theorem proving), statistics education innovation, and undergraduate research mentorship. His grants from NSF and NSA focus on experimental mathematics training programs like SURIEM and REU.
Publications Trends: His 2014-2019 works demonstrate interdisciplinary collaboration between mathematics, statistics, and pedagogy. Key themes include polynomial recursion analysis, flipped classroom models using real-world data, and cognitive phenomena like the Dunning-Kruger effect in statistics learners.
Scientific Recognition:
- 2014 - Gateway Teaching Fellow & Faculty Mentoring Award
- 2013 - MSU's highest teaching honor
- 2001 - Outstanding Junior Faculty at Alma College
- 1998 - Project NexT Fellowship
- 1996 - Temple University Teaching Merit
Advising & Grants: Zeleke has co-led two major grants: SURIEM ($94,917, NSA 2019) and REU Site ($261,739, NSF 2019-2022). His teaching philosophy emphasizes undergraduate involvement in research, evidenced by numerous publications co-authored with students.
Labs & Teams: Zeleke contributes to MSU's Summer Undergraduate Research Institute in Experimental Mathematics (SURIEM) and NSF-funded REU programs, fostering collaborative environments for mathematical discovery.
