Sobre o papel dos Departamentos de Matem\'atica na vida e desenvolvimento da comunidade

TL;DR

This paper discusses the role of university mathematics departments in community life and questions their current level of participation in global learning processes.

Contribution

It highlights the importance of mathematical departments in community development and encourages renewed engagement in societal contributions.

Findings

Mathematical departments are central to knowledge dissemination.

Their participation in community life is currently limited.

There is a need to enhance their role in societal development.

Abstract

The objective of this article is to stimulate discussions in mathematical society about the role of mathematical departments in the life of the community. University community is the center of knowledge and promotes the intellectual development. However, this is questioned today because of its reduced participation on the global learning process as there are many other components.