Articles from June 2026

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Social Computing: UIowa Researchers Awarded ‘Best Paper’ at International Conference on Web and Social Media

Monday, June 22, 2026
How is what we consume on the Internet changing over time? Also, how is our consumption on online content changing how we behave in broader society? Researchers in computer science and linguistics at UIowa shared important social computing research at the International AAAI Conference on Web and Social Media (ICWSM).
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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.