The Mathematical Association of America, a group that focuses on undergraduate mathematics education, was officially formed at Ohio State University in Columbus, Ohio in December 1915. Almost immediately mathematicians and administrators saw the need for a Southeastern Section, but several attempts to organize the section failed, mainly due to World War I. Finally, on April 22, 1922, the first meeting of the Southeastern Section took place in the Main Building of the Georgia School of Technology. After the initial meeting of the Section, meetings were held annually in March or April. The Southeastern Section has continued to operate with its original principles of promoting teaching and scholarship, building mathematical libraries, and cooperating with other organizations.
From the description of Mathematical Association of America--Southeastern Section collection, 1971-2008 (bulk 1990-2008). (Georgia Institute of Technology). WorldCat record id: 420558343
