UCLA Olga Radko Endowed Math Circle (ORMC, formerly the Los Angeles Math Circle (LAMC)) is a free top-tier math circle attracting elementary, middle and high school students interested in mathematics and eager to learn. ORMC is a program of the Department of Mathematics at UCLA and over the years was supported by the National Science Foundation (NSF), Mathematical Science Research Institute (MSRI), the Boeing Employees Community Fund, Raytheon, a gift from the Glickman family, and math circle families donations.
UCLA Olga Radko Endowed Math Circle (ORMC)
Host Institution: UCLA
City: Los Angeles
State: CA – California
UCLA Olga Radko Endowed Math Circle is a free top-tier math circle attracting elementary, middle and high school students interested in mathematics and eager to learn. ORMC is a program of the Department of Mathematics at UCLA.
Following the traditions of Russian and Eastern European math circles, the program focuses on showcasing the beauty of mathematics and its applications, improving problem solving skills, preparing students for a variety of contests and competitions, creating a social context for mathematically inclined students as well as attracting students to math-related careers.