Kyle Claassen

Kyle Claassen is an Associate Professor of Mathematics at Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology. He holds a Ph.D. (2018) and M.A. (2014) from the University of Kansas and a B.A. (2010) from Bethel College. His research focuses on nonlinear waves, including the Fractional Nonlinear Schrödinger Equation and Bidirectional Whitham water wave models. He integrates innovative teaching tools like the Wiimote Planimeter and the MathPlot mod for Minetest, enhancing student engagement in applied mathematics and calculus.

• Education: Ph.D. Mathematics (2018), University of Kansas; M.A. Mathematics (2014), University of Kansas; B.A. Mathematics (2010), Bethel College

Research interests span numerical bifurcation analysis, spectral stability, and applications of mathematical methods to real-world systems. Recognized with the 2018 Project NExT Fellowship and the Florence Black Graduate Teaching Award (2017). His educational projects include 3D-printed mathematical surfaces and game-based learning initiatives.

• Awards: Project NExT Fellow (2018), Florence Black Teaching Award (2017)

Teaching innovations include using Minetest’s MathPlot mod to visualize triple integrals and parametric surfaces, piloted in Calculus III and Sonia Math Day outreach programs.