The DRP matches undergraduate (mentees) with math graduate students (mentors) to read on a math topic that is not typically covered in our classes. This is a chance for undergraduates to dive deeper into math, have one on one discussions with experts, and explore a fun new topic with their mentors.

Visit the sign-up page to apply to be a mentee or mentor

Our standard DRP pairing program for 2025-2026 will have a two quarter fall-winter session. Undergraduate mentees are expected to spend at least 4 hours a week on their reading. Mentors and mentees will meet weekly to discuss the reading and questions. At the end of each session we will hold a conference where undergraduate mentees will present what they have learned.

In the spring quarter we offer "Spring Seminars," a shorter and more guided exploration of fun mathematical topics in a small group of undergraduates lead by a graduate student mentor.

Some reasons to participate in DRP:

Contact the organizers: drp@ucdavis.edu

2024-2025 organizers: Connor Fitzgerald, Soyeon Kim, Daniel Qin, Mary Claire Simone, Noah Wiesner, Peyton Wood, Laura Starkston (faculty mentor)