CSUF Math Intensive Summer Session (MISS) Program

Applications for the Mathematics Intensive Summer Session (MISS Program) at California State University, Fullerton are now available. For the past 36 years, CSUF has offered this FREE program to high school and eligible middle school students, including many who will be the first in their family to attend college. This enrichment program is intended to help students strengthen their foundational understanding of their next course of math. The long-term goal of the program is to increase the population of female students who choose careers in STEM.

When is the MISS Program?

• Monday, July 7, 2025 to Friday, August 1, 2025. Students will attend six hours of mathematics class daily at CSUF, Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 3:00 pm.

What kind of mathematics will be taught?

• Algebra 2/Math III and Pre-Calculus. Students must have completed Geometry/Math II or Algebra 2/Math III by June 2025 to be eligible and will be enrolling in Algebra 2/Math III or Pre-Calculus in Fall 2025.

Is there a fee to participate?

• No, this program is free – we will provide meals, books, materials, and supplies to students. Every first-time MISS student that successfully completes the program will receive a free graphing calculator.

How can students apply?

• Students can find the application, recommendation form, and other requirements on the MISS website: https://www.fullerton.edu/miss/program/application.php. The application deadline is Friday, June 6, 2025.

Is transportation provided?

• No – students are responsible for getting to and from CSUF. If students decide to take the bus, we will reimburse for the cost of a bus pass.

More information can be found on our informational brochure. Please forward this to your colleagues and students. 

Let me know if you have any questions.

Best,

Angela Hoang

M.I.S.S. Program Coordinator

Assistant to Dr. David Pagni, M.I.S.S. Director

California State University, Fullerton

Phone: (657) 278-2691

Fax: (657) 278-8004

Email: [email protected]

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CSUF RiskBusters

The Riskbusters Camp at California State University, Fullerton (CSUF) is returning for Summer 2025, and we would love to see your students participate! Scheduled from June 16 to June 20, this fully-funded, week-long program invites high school students to delve into actuarial science, personal finance, risk management, and insurance through engaging activities, field trips, and interactive sessions.

Best of all, the camp is free, with breakfast, lunch, and refreshments provided daily!

Our inaugural camp in 2024 was a great success, sparking excitement with financial planning insights, real-world case studies, industry tours, vibrant learning, networking, and fun!

Here’s what students can look forward to in 2025:

• Interactive Sessions led by CSUF professors on key financial topics.
• Field Trips to leading companies such as The Walt Disney Company, Travelers Insurance, and the Automobile Club of Southern California.
• Networking with industry leaders and exploring diverse career paths.
• Mentorship from CSUF students, focusing on education and career exploration.

We’d love to welcome your students to this enriching experience. For details or registration, please contact me at [email protected].

Thank you for your support. We look forward to inspiring your students this summer!

Sincerely,

Weili Lu

Executive Director

School of Risk Management and Insurance

California State University, Fullerton