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C. Matthew Farmer
College of Arts and Sciences
College of Arts and Sciences
Assistant Professor of Mathematics
mfarmer@andersonuniversity.edu
(864) 231-7057
Faculty Office Building 12
Academic Background
BS in Mathematics, Winthrop University
MA in Mathematics, Wake Forest University
Ph.D in Computational Mathematics, The University of North Carolina at Greensboro
Fast Facts
In my classroom, students experience an engaging and interactive learning environment where mathematical concepts are explored through both lecture and discussion. With small class sizes, I can easily gauge understanding and foster a collaborative atmosphere where students work together to apply ideas and refine their problem-solving skills. My goal is to make rigorous material accessible and meaningful by bringing enthusiasm, clarity, and a supportive energy that encourages curiosity and confidence in mathematics.
The faculty at Anderson University are deeply committed to excellence in both teaching and leadership within their fields. Having studied and worked at multiple universities, I can confidently say that Anderson’s faculty stand alongside the best without question. Here, students don’t have to compete for attention with professors focused solely on their own publications or be redirected to teaching assistants for support—our faculty prioritize student success.
While I love being in academia, my true passion lies in becoming the best university professor I can be. My colleagues at Anderson continuously support and challenge me, providing guidance and encouragement as I grow in my career. Their dedication inspires me to work harder, keep learning, and strive for excellence in my own teaching.
Research: My degree project on the “noncrossing bond poset of a graph” yielded stronger results than we had originally anticipated. These results earned us an entry in the Electronic Journal of Combinatorics, which is a highly respected journal.
Teaching: In short, I taught several courses as a graduate student and was the coordinator for Precalculus at UNC Greensboro. I’ve produced over 150 high quality instructional videos on mathematical topics which are used at UNC Greensboro to this day.
I am incredibly grateful to have found Anderson during my job search. It is a rare and meaningful opportunity to work in an environment where the majority of my colleagues share a commitment to Christ. As a member of the Catholic Church, this aspect made Anderson the clear choice for me.
As a student of mathematics, I am constantly in pursuit of absolute truth. While I deeply appreciate my educational background, I have grown weary of environments where I feel compelled to keep my faith separate from my work. It is amazing to be able to share my faith with fellow faculty members and students. If I am dedicated to seeking truth in mathematics, yet disregard the ultimate Truth of our Lord, then I must ask—what is the point of seeking the truth at all?
My area of research is in the field of discrete math. Namely, combinatorics and graph theory.
- C Matthew Farmer, Joshua Hallam, and Clifford Smyth. The Noncrossing Bond Poset of a Graph. Electronic Journal of Combinatorics, vol. 27, issue 4, 2020
