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Computer Science

Computer scientists study the inherent complexity of computational problems, and design efficient algorithms to solve them. At Denison, we emphasize the enduring core principles of computer science, and how they can be applied to a vast array of interdisciplinary problems in the natural and social sciences, and the arts.

Ashwin Lall

Ashwin Lall,Professor, Chair of Computer Science

Dee Ghiloni

Dee Ghiloni,Academic Administrative Assistant

The Math and Computer Science Department hosts its own Beowulf cluster, an architecture of networked computers supporting parallel computation that allows for increased power and efficiency.

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Spotlights

Rebecca Homan

Denison Magazine

Pedagogy perfected

Denison's Teaching Seminar introduces relevant teaching topics, stimulates discussion within the group, and builds community for new faculty members.

A student signs the Computer Science banner on a table lined with rubber ducks. There is a professor and a student sitting behind the table.

Major Day celebrates significant milestone on academic journey

The inaugural event celebrates sophomores who are declaring majors while offering first-year students a one-stop shop of options.

Student on computer playing games

Video game design class embodies spirit of collaboration

The ‘perfect liberal arts course’ teaches game design skills and challenges students to navigate partnerships and constructive criticism.

Professor Sarah Wolff

Prof. Sarah Wolff heading to South Africa as a Fulbright Scholar

Professor Sarah Wolff is passionate about many things – math, mentoring, and marathons.

Nicholas Reichert ‘22

Career-ready skills gained through a campus job

Nicholas Reichert ‘22 has a campus job in IT where he is learning more about himself and gaining pragmatic skills that will stand him in good stead.

Jake Coplin '20

Score high on key performance indicators

A senior describes how his Red Frame experience helped him prepare for the working world.

Caileigh Marshall ’19

Breathe easy

When COVID-19 struck, Caileigh Marshall ’19 became part of a national effort to produce the gold standard of respirators for healthcare practitioners.

Alan Phung '22

Where We Go

Mai Coffee - could it be your coffee, too?

Alan Phung ’22 has already launched a successful startup business selling coffee.

Professors Michael Westmoreland (left) and Benjamin Schumacher (right)

How We Learn

Faculty research on thermodynamics breaks new ground

A new framework of thermodynamics could help illuminate our understanding of probability and rewrite quantum theory.

Sihan Cai '20 and Professor Emerita Joan Krone

How We Learn

Conquering ‘The Glitch’

Summer research by Sihan Cai ’20 is moving technology one step closer to an error-free future.

Students together in Olin

How We Learn

Valued Added: Lessons Beyond Calculus and Algorithms

Math and computer science students find that four years in the department have prepared them for life after Denison.

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How We Learn

Computer science and creative writing make unexpected pair

Excitement, frustration and energy pulsed through the air during the computer science game design class' mid semester showcase.

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How We Learn

Denison students present at an undergraduate mathematics conference

Department majors presented research at the Nebraska Conference for Undergraduate Women

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How We Learn

Creativity in Computer Science

Most people do not think of the word 'creative' when they hear about Computer Science classes.

Students in the classroom

How We Learn

Lending a helping hand halfway across the world

Denison students from math and physics take tutoring to the internet.

What's Happening

President's Medalists

Tessy Udoh ‘23: President’s Medalist

“What surprised me most about my time at Denison is how much more confident I became in my academic abilities.”

Contests

A 'Brite' idea wins $40,000

Jorden Anfinson ’24 and his teammates pitched their idea - an app that give professors real-time feedback during lectures - and won their competition.

Announcements & Updates

Tessy Udoh ’23 and Ollie Strasburg ’23 make the cut

Computer science majors Tessy Udoh ’23 and Ollie Strasburg ’23 parried the competition at the NCAA fencing regional competition.

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