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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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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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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

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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.

UO junior receives prestigious Goldwater Scholarship

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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.

New executive director brings major goals and big vision to School of Computer and Data Sciences

SCHOOL OF COMPUTER AND DATA SCIENCES — The School of Computer and Data Sciences (SCDS) in the College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) has entered a new era. Beth Plale has taken the helm as its inaugural executive director, bringing with her a distinguished record of research, education and visionary leadership.

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Updated course uses AI to make computer science more accessible

COMPUTER SCIENCE — Over the past few terms, computer science professors Hank Childs and Aye Thuzar have been working on reworking the entry level computer science class, “Fluency with Information Technology,” to incorporate AI-assisted programming. The idea is that allowing AI to take care of smaller details allows students to cover more ground in a single introductory class.

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Cybersecurity Club wins competition at BSidesPDX

CYBERSECURITY — With just minutes remaining in the regional cybersecurity competition, BSidesPDX, the Cyber Ducks were neck and neck with their opponents. Making it to that point was already an impressive feat, but when the team of students beat the team of professionals, the looks of pride on the Cyber Ducks' faces were unmistakable.

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Making better decisions with data

DATA SCIENCE — Data science is a growing field in large part because of its potential application to a wide variety of other fields. The College of Arts and Sciences data science program is supporting researchers like Jake Searcy in leading the way, using AI and machine learning to solve some of the biggest problems facing our world.

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UO researcher wins $200,000 grant and top paper honor

COMPUTER SCIENCE — Computer science professor Yu Wang has received two major honors in the past few months. First, a team he has been leading won a $200,000 grant from the National Science Foundation. Second, his dissertation, which investigates ways to improve limited data sets to promote equity in data science, was awarded an honorable mention.

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