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New Computer Science Curriculum for Fall 2026

Friday, June 12, 2026
We're providing stronger preparation for success after graduation. How? By enhancing technical skills and direct engagement with rapidly evolving areas such as AI and Human-Centered Computing.
Video Game sample from artist Ju Li Khaw

Iowa Alumna Crafts Digital Worlds as Video Game Animator

Khaw’s journey began at the University of Iowa, where she double majored in art and computer science. She credits her computer science courses for teaching her the fundamentals of coding that she still uses today.
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Robert Lorch's Perspective at the 2026 International Conference on Software Engineering

Tuesday, May 26, 2026
Learn more about Robert Lorch's experience at the International Conference on Software Engineering in Rio de Janeiro.
UI Informatics Grad Alison Baldwin

UI Informatics Grad with Double Major in Music Shares Advice

"Baldwin said informatics is a form of data science that includes coding. Describing it a 'versatile degree,' she said the degree allowed students to take classes involving statistical analyses or web design. Within the major, she said students could have a concentration, taking classes according to their interests, including art and psychology."
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Taylor Olson Brings Conversation on Machine Ethics to Local Colleges

Wednesday, May 13, 2026
CS faculty Taylor Olson visited Wartburg College and the University of Northern Iowa to share his research on machine ethics as part of the CS department’s Speakers Bureau.
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CS Students with Research at SURF

Friday, May 8, 2026
SURF, the Spring Undergraduate Research Festival, allows undergraduate researchers to showcase their research projects to the University of Iowa community.
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CS Students Win Hawkeye Excellence Awards

Monday, May 4, 2026
Congratulations to Chloe Ladines, DeAndre Steger, Elizabeth Pauly and Eva Singh for their recent awards.
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Ushna Malik Travels Abroad to the 2026 Computer-Human Interaction Conference

Monday, April 27, 2026
Learn more about Ushna Malik's experience at the Association for Computing Machinery Computer-Human Interaction Conference in Barcelona.
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CLAS mathematical and computational scientists collaborate with medical professionals

CS Chair Alberto Segre's work focuses on minimizing the risk of infections in hospital settings. Learn more how he and other CLAS researchers are working to change lives.
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CS Boasts 16 New Phi Beta Kappa Members

Tuesday, April 21, 2026
The Department of Computer Science is proud of its 16 students who were recently honored with membership in Phi Beta Kappa. Our own Dept. Chair, Alberto M. Segre, spoke at the recent Alpha Iowa PBK Induction Ceremony.