Biography
Jie Liu has been teaching at Utah Tech University since 2006, offering a wide range of courses in the Mathematics Department. In addition to her work with college students, she is passionate about STEM outreach programs for K–12 students and regularly leads initiatives that extend mathematics education beyond the classroom.
Previous Teaching
Before pursuing graduate study in the United States, Liu taught full-time in China. While completing her Ph.D., she also worked as an adjunct faculty member.
Experience
25 years of teaching experience.
Research & Interests
- Applied mathematics
- Actuarial science
Presentations
- UT Tensor Scholar Program, MAA General Poster Session on Outreach, MathFest 2022
- Red Rock Math Circle, MAA General Contributed Poster Session on Outreach, MathFest 2019
Conferences & Workshops
- MathFest
- Joint Mathematics Meetings (JMM)
Awards & Honors
- Mini Trailblazer (March 2025)
- Mini Trailblazer (February 2025)
- Nominated for Distinguished Service Award, Utah Tech Faculty Awards (2022)
- Nominated for Distinguished Teaching Award, Utah Tech Faculty Awards (2021)
- Nominated for Distinguished Teaching Award, Utah Tech Faculty Awards (2020)
Additional Information
Liu serves as Director of the Red Rock Math Circle, which engages middle and high school students in problem solving and deeper mathematical thinking. She is also the Southern Utah Chapter Coordinator of MATHCOUNTS, a national program supporting middle school students through competitions and enrichment activities.