This Summer It’s all about Math

This Summer It’s all about Math
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In summers, a group of extraordinary young geniuses come together to learn, enjoy and celebrate their infectious passion for Mathematics. A passion so strong that it excites them to wake up at 4 AM to solve Math puzzles. Who needs sleep when you have Math?

Epsilon India is a unique venture designed to nurture young minds with a passion, talent, and enthusiasm for Mathematics. Organised by the Raising A Mathematician (RAM) Foundation, this residential summer camp empowers mathematically gifted students aged 9 to 13 by combining advanced Mathematics education with personal and social development.

Mornings kick off with a hearty breakfast before diving into three 90-minute sessions on advanced Math topics. Breaks are packed with assignments, outdoor games like football and volleyball to stretch those muscles, or quiet me-time spent soaking in the energy of the campus. Evenings are for informal discussions—a space to brainstorm and tackle tricky problems with friends. This year the camp is hosted at the lush green 40-acre campus of Krea University, situated in Sri City, 70 km from Chennai. Away from the hustle and bustle of a metropolitan, this self-sustained campus boasts of neighbours such as Sriharikota, Kalahasti, Tada and Pulicat. Krea University is a leading Liberal Arts and Sciences college guided by a unique pedagogical approach named Interwoven Learning.

Children spend two screen-free weeks, immersing themselves in their passion and thinking deeply about problems. Many participants of the Epsilon India camp perform exceptionally well in Mathematics, Computer Science and Science Olympiad apart from other prestigious competitions at the international level. The camp also offers children and their parents the opportunity to connect with like-minded families, sharing opportunities and perspectives.

Epsilon India draws inspiration from the highly regarded Epsilon Camp, founded in the USA in 2011 by Dr George R Thomas, founder of Epsilon USA, MathPath and MathCamp. Since 2021, Epsilon India has followed the same academic philosophy, establishing itself as a premier programme for early mathematical training. Participants are taught by distinguished mathematicians, scientists, and professionals from academia and industry. Past and current faculty and speakers include Dr S Muralidharan, former Chief Examination Coordinator for India’s official Mathematical Olympiads; Professor Manjul Bhargava, Princeton University, Fields Medalist and Padma Bhushan awardee; Professor Rajeeva L Karandikar, Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar Awardee and former director of Chennai Mathematical Institute, Professor Rajiv Gandhi, founder of the PACT, Professor at Rutgers University-Camden, Professor K V Subrahmanyam, Dean of Studies, Chennai Mathematical Institute and more.

The camp offers a rigorous curriculum covering a wide array of topics, including Methods of Proofs, Combinatorics, Geometry, Group Theory, and Number Theory. Designed to spark curiosity and critical thinking, these courses ensure a deep understanding of mathematical principles and their real-world applications. Epsilon India also conducts a parent programme featuring regular workshops conducted by experts in various fields to support parents in nurturing the mathematical and social growth of their exceptionally gifted children.

Madhu and Sriram, parents of Tejas Sriram (10 years) shared their experience, “We sent our 9-year-old child to Epsilon India in 2024 since he showed a deep passion and aptitude for Mathematics. He was given a month to solve the qualification test – which in itself was very impressive, since the focus was not on speed, but rather deep thinking. Initially we were anxious since it was his first time away from home, but the camp organisers were very professional, caring, and ensured they addressed every need of a child. Not only did the kids immerse themselves in Maths, but they also had a chance to play outdoor and indoor games with newly made friends. When we picked up our child, the light in his eyes and excitement in his voice were proof enough that he had a wonderful time. We have already applied for the 2025 camp and look forward to it!”

The camp attracts participants from across India and beyond, fostering a diverse and intellectually vibrant community. If your child’s eyes sparkle when presented with a challenging Math problem, this is where they should be this summer. Epsilon India is more than a camp—it is a transformative experience for young mathematicians to explore their potential, embrace challenges, and build a solid foundation for future success. From Olympiad success stories to lifelong friendships, the impact of this programme ripples far and wide.

This year the camp is slated from 29 April to 12 May 2025, and the last date for submission of online application is February 10, 2025. To learn more about the application process, visit www.epsilonindia.org.

Disclaimer: This content is part of a marketing initiative. No TNIE Group journalists were involved in the creation of this content.

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