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Technology is shaping how we learn, build, and connect. At the School of Computer and Data Sciences (SCDS), you’ll learn how to build the future—harnessing data, computing, and AI to solve problems, advance discovery, and improve lives.

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Fulbright honors two professors in computer science
COMPUTER SCIENCE, EARTH SCIENCES — Brittany Erickson, associate professor of computer science and earth sciences, and Reza Rejaie, professor of computer science, were awarded Fulbrights to conduct research and act as cultural ambassadors while abroad in Iceland and Finland, respectively.
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7 ways computer and data science students get hands-on experience
SCHOOL OF COMPUTER AND DATA SCIENCES — It is more important than ever that students put what they’re learning in the classroom into practice outside the classroom. Joining student groups, taking advantage of external partnerships, studying abroad — and more — all help students in The School of Computer and Data Sciences graduate with the real-world experience they need to succeed in the workforce.
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UO alum combines data science and sociology
DATA SCIENCE, SOCIOLOGY — When Hunter Everton BS '25 (sociology), BS '25 (data science) arrived at the University of Oregon, he had little idea where his undergraduate education, let alone his career, would take him. Four years later, he is preparing to begin a master’s degree at Oregon Health and Science University in epidemiology.
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New master’s in cybersecurity and data science launch fall 2026
CYBERSECURITY, DATA SCIENCE — Employers have made their needs clear, and the School of Computer and Data Sciences (SCDS) is meeting the demand. Starting fall term 2026, new students will kick off the first-ever cohort in two brand new master’s programs at University of Oregon.
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UO cybersecurity program is making strides
CYBERSECURITY, COMPUTER SCIENCE — The cybersecurity program in the School of Computer and Data Science once again became a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Research, awarded by the National Security Agency to universities that go above and beyond in their research. With the addition of the master’s program in fall 2026, the cybersecurity program will be continuing important research and development in the upcoming academic year.
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UO junior receives prestigious Goldwater Scholarship
COMPUTER SCIENCE — Armaan Hajarizadeh, a third-year computer science major in the School of Computer and Data Science and a member of the Clark Honors College, has been named a Goldwater Scholar. The prestigious national award recognizes undergraduates conducting research in the natural sciences, engineering and mathematics.

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