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Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) in Computer Science

The Department of Computer Science aims to excel in building computational and dependable solutions that benefit Iowa and society at large. By integrating education and research in a collegial, welcoming environment we empower all faculty, staff, undergrads, grads, and postdocs to achieve their best results. Towards this, we work to create a more diverse, equitable and inclusive community of scholars in our department.

 

Karthik Balakrishnan Joins External Advisory Council

April 5, 2023

The Department is pleased to announce that Karthik Balakrishnan is our newest appointee to the External Advisory Council. Balakrishnan earned his Ph.D. in Computer Science from Iowa State University, specializing in AI. He has 25 years of experience developing and leading data/analytics and product functions at Verisk, Allstate Insurance, and Fireman’s Fund/Allianz Insurance Company.

CS Dept. Annual Retreat

Friday, August 18, 2023 (All day)

More details will be announced via email. Please plan on arriving on time so we can begin the discussion promptly.

Robotics Club Awarded NHRL Grant

March 3, 2023

The Robotics Club has been awarded a $10,000 grant from Greater Horizons. The award is one of the NHRL 2023 College and University Robotics Grants to provide up to 100 college robotics teams with the necessary resources to grow their creativity and utilize their full potential.

“This grant will definitely play an important role in boosting the club’s ongoing projects and providing new learning and exploration opportunities with robots,” says one of the club advisors, Dr. Yan-Bin Jia.

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