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Careers

Curious about your career possibilities? Our in-depth, innovative program has prepared students for careers throughout the state and across the nation. While teaching is a popular career path among MACS alumni, our graduates have been employed in a wide range of careers from banking to software development.

With the skills they learn from gaining a degree in Mathematics and Computer Science, students can become:

  • Accountants
  • Auditors
  • Computer engineers
  • Environmental statistician
  • Meteorologists
  • Software developers
  • Research analysts
  • Tax investigators
  • Urban Planners

 Currently, mathematics teachers are in demand throughout the state and the nation. If you are willing to work in an underserved community for a few years after graduation, your student loans may be forgiven completely as a part of a federal incentive program.

For more information about careers for Mathematics and Computer Science majors, visit the Academic Advising and Career Exploration Center’s Web site or contact our department to speak with a faculty advisor. The world is at your fingertips. Are you ready?

FHSU Mathematics and Computer Science graduates - out in the world


 Craig Stramel (2008)
Substitute Teacher
USD 489
Hays, KS
I’m a substitute teacher primarily at the middle schools and high school of U.S.D. 489. I also work at Westside Alternative School part time as a Recovery Worker. I’m instructing in the classroom and will be utilizing my experiences in Ukraine for the Peace Corps soon. I participated in two internships on the Gulf Coast to help rebuild from Hurricane Katrina. I was involved in many service groups such as Mortar Board, Kappa Delta Pi and SPURS. The knowledge and leadership skills I acquired through my experiences will undoubtedly help me serve others in an influential position.

Michael J. Wahlmeier (2006)
Mathematics Teacher
Washburn Rural High School
Topeka, KS
I currently am teaching AP Calculus BC, AP Calculus AB and Geometry. I also coach Freshman Girls’ Basketball. I apply the techniques and methods I gained at FHSU every day. I did my Student Teaching in the spring of 2006 at Washburn Rural High School. My education at FHSU completely prepared me to begin my career.