History of MUMS

The Melbourne University Mathematical Society (MUMS) was founded in 1930 primarily for the benefit of tertiary students, mainly undergraduates. The founder and president for the first four years was Sir Thomas Cherry, the Head of the Department of Mathematics from 1929-1963. During his term as president, he aimed to make the society as autonomous as possible, run by students for the benefit of students and mathematics. The first meeting was held on the 13th of May 1930.

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Week 11

Week 11

Winter is coming…* or maybe just Week 11. Here at MUMS we’re still open for business, so why not distract yourself a little and join us at our two regular catchups for some FREE COFFEE or FREE PIZZA (& maths questions), then end your week with our MUMS Movie Night featuring Hidden Figures?

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Week 9

Week 9

If your week 9 calendar looks a little too peaceful, don’t worry, we’re here to fix that.

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The origin of the MUMS room

The origin of the MUMS room

Did you know that the MUMS clubroom was obtained for the club by none other than Julian Assange (of Wikileaks fame)? While a student in 2003, he also served as the vice president of MUMS and started the puzzle hunt tradition.

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Week 8

Week 8

Get excited for Week 8! Just as packed as last week to keep you busy.

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New MUMS site!!!

New MUMS site!!!

Hello! We’re moving on from our old website. In the meantime, as this site is still being updated, feel free to check out the event calendar and gaze at the beautiful faces of our executive committee.

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