The Richard A. Miner School of Computer and Information Sciences offers degree programs leading to bachelor's, master's and doctoral degrees that blend applied and theoretical aspects of computation, including a minor in robotics and options in bioinformatics.Ìý

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  • Ariana Brown
    Computer Science

    SoarCS, a summer program for incoming computer science majors, helped shape Ariana Brown’s college experience.

  • Vanessa Chen
    Computer Science

    Vanessa Chen likes computer science because it’s both logical and creative.

  • Lisa  Panagopoulos
    Computer Science and Computer Engineering

    Lisa Panagopoulos went remote and part time – and launched a second career on the silver screen.

  • Mark  Micire
    Computer Science

    Mark Micire’s unique work experience and education have been able to help people in their darkest hour. He designs robotics systems that help coordinate efforts at search and rescue sites.

  • Jeongjae Han
    Computer Science

    Jeongjae Han halted his studies at UML to serve in the South Korean military. Now that he is back on campus, he is focusing on earning bachelor’s and master’s degrees.

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  • Said Siddiqui, John Ohrn and Amelia Halloran crowd around a computer screen.

    13 51ÊÓÆµ Students Join SAIC for Summer Internship Program

    Thirteen 51ÊÓÆµ undergraduate students are participating in a paid summer internship program with Science Applications International Corporation (SAIC), a global leader in technology integration and a partner in the Lowell Innovation Network Corridor.
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  • Vanessa Simoneau touches a robotic arm and Robina Nyangai types on a computer.

    MassRobotics Program at 51ÊÓÆµ Empowers Next Generation of Female Roboticists

    The MassRobotics Jumpstart Fellowship Program provides opportunities for high school girls in Massachusetts to learn about careers in robotics. The program, which originated in Boston in 2021, expanded to 51ÊÓÆµ in 2024 with support from the Massachusetts Tech Collaborative.
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  • The Mock Trial team poses with a 51ÊÓÆµ flag - United In Blue.

    51ÊÓÆµ Student Teams Just Keep Winning

    51ÊÓÆµ student teams, including Mock Trial, a cyber security team, Model United Nations (U.N.) and an investment class, are on a winning streak this year.