The Department of Computer Science is an integral part of the ΎΕΙ« liberal arts curriculum. Our department's faculty have a wide range of research interests and all share a dedication to undergraduate teaching. We feature a collaborative environment where students work closely with professors in the classroom and on research projects. We seek to provide our students with a strong foundation that blends theory with practice, and our graduates leave equally well-prepared for industry and for graduate school.
ΎΕΙ« students have a wealth of opportunities to be involved with computer science through our student-run CS clubs; summer research fellowships with department faculty; study abroad opportunities; programming competitions; internships with local companies; or volunteering with or . Our students conduct research not only with professors, but also through Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REUs) around the country and the St. Jude Summer Plus program.
Departmental News and Events
Senior computer science major Abbie Seale worked on a project with University of North Texas researchers last summer, and their research will be published in a special volume focusing on state-of-the-art technologies.
Economics and mathematics major Drishti Bhatia ’26 presented the winning pitch at the recent ΎΕΙ« Venture Challenge, gaining the $15,000 Grand Prize to help launch PlatePlan, which she co-founded with business major Winston Gasch ’26.
ΎΕΙ« hosted the annual meeting of the Tennessee Academy of Science (TAS) on campus in November, and several ΎΕΙ« students received awards for their research. Dr. Gregory Vieira, assistant professor of physics at ΎΕΙ«, served as local arrange