Dr. Mehmet Dik joined Rockford University in the fall of 2003 after serving as a Visiting Assistant Professor of Mathematics at Hendrix College in Conway, Arkansas. His work reflects a deep passion for teaching mathematics and statistics as well as engaging students in research. When not in the classroom, he enjoys spending time with his family and gardening.

Research Interests
Summability theory, applied mathematics, data science, undergraduate research, and mathematics education.

Courses Taught
Algebra Skills I & II, Functions and Graphs, Trigonometry, Calculus I, II & III, Advanced Calculus I & II, Beginning Statistics, Elements of Statistics, Mathematical Statistics (Probability Models) I & II, Principles of Statistics for the BSMS program, Mathematical Analysis for Management (MBA), Differential Equations, Introduction to Complex Analysis, Introduction to Linear Algebra, Abstract Algebra, Senior Seminar, Senior Mathematics Community Service, and History of Mathematics.

Professional Memberships and Community Service
Northern Illinois Association of Teachers of Mathematics, International Society of Difference Equations, American Mathematical Society, Mathematical Association of America, Sigma Xi: The Scientific Research Honor Society, Founding President of the Midwest Academic Community of Turkish Americans, and reviewer & editor for numerous international research journals.