Math for the Evergreen State WAMO: Uniting Washington’s math minds through challenge, community, and creativity.

Projects

WAMO contests are designed to challenge and inspire math students. From creative problem-solving to rigorous proofs, each competition offers a unique opportunity for students to test their skills and deepen their love for mathematics. Whether you're new to contests or a seasoned competitor, WAMO events foster a supportive community and a spirit of curiosity.
Ongoing
WAMO 3 April 12th, 2025 to April 26th, 2025
WAMO 2.1 January 17th, 2025
2024 WAMC 10/12 October 21st, 2024 to November 3rd, 2024
WAMO 2 August 5th, 2024 to August 12th, 2024
WAMO 1 May 30th, 2024 to June 12th, 2024

Sample Problem

We strive to make sure that our problems are of very high quality. To maintain quality, every problem we write is carefully checked and test solved by multiple people before it can be placed onto a problem set. We hope that you will enjoy solving our problems.
Shown below is a snake of length \(n\pi\) that has coiled its body into semicircular arcs on a segment of length \(2024\) . What is \(n\)?
Source: WAMO 1 Short Problem 2

Why WAMO?

"Without mathematics there is no art."
- Luca Pacioli

Our Vision

For us at WAMO, math is an exciting adventure in problem-solving and understanding the world. We're building a welcoming community where students in Washington can discover the joy of math, push their limits, and grow their skills.

What Sets Us Apart

  • We're all about making math fun and understandable for everyone, no matter where they're starting
  • We offer organized ways to learn through our contests, which are all designed for all levels
  • Our goal is to help young mathematicians feel confident and really good at math

Our Expertise

  • We're a team of successful students who know math competitions inside and out (think JMO, AMO)
  • We also have experience writing problems for many different competitions (JMPSC, MM, and more)
  • Plus, we have experienced mentors providing high-quality problems and guidance

Let the numbers speak for themselves...

10+
USA(J)MO Qualifications
25+
AMC 10 DHRs
32+
AIME Qualifications
1000+
Past Participants

Join the WAMO Community

Join the WAMO Discord server to connect with a vibrant community of like-minded individuals, engage in lively discussions, and stay up-to-date on all things WAMO. It's the perfect place to share your thoughts, make new friends, and be part of the WAMO experience!