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Catalysts of change: How CDIS partnerships are shaping what’s next
At the University of Wisconsin–Madison, the School of Computer, Data & Information Sciences (CDIS) is doing more than advancing research and education in computing, data, and information — it’s forging powerful partnerships that are transforming how work is done across campus and throughout Wisconsin.
August 21, 2025
Morgridge Hall Progress Update — July 2025
We are thrilled to wrap up construction on Morgridge Hall. This is a significant milestone and the first step towards opening our doors to students, staff, faculty, and beyond. When construction is projected to be completed in early July, the next steps are to pass inspection and prepare to move faculty and staff into the building later this summer.
July 10, 2025
Two CDIS assistant professors receive L&S Distinguished Honors Faculty Awards
Two CDIS assistant professors—Kris Sankaran of the Department of Statistics and Jacob Thebault-Spieker of the Information School—have received the 2025 College of Letters & Science (L&S) Distinguished Honors Faculty Award for the significant positive impact …
June 3, 2025- More News
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Computer Sciences
Established in the 1960s, Computer Sciences offers a dynamic environment for study, research, and professional growth. It‘s recognized as having some of the world’s leading research groups. The program is ranked 13th nationally.
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Statistics
For over 60 years, Statistics has been a hub of statistical and data research with faculty and students who collaborate with colleagues across campus in a variety of scientific areas. The program is ranked 13th nationally.
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Information School
For over 100 years, the iSchool has been a leading source of scholarship and educator of leaders and critical thinkers in the creation, retrieval, use, and curation of information. The program is ranked 11th nationally.
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Higher Demand
We’ve seen exponential growth as demand for skills in computing, data, and information sciences increases across industries. Our departments have seen an extraordinary rise in enrollment in recent years, with many students in dual degree programs.
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From engineering to medicine to agriculture, the overlap between disciplines means that we can provide students opportunities for collaboration and pathways to a wide array of careers in different industries.
Industry Is Born Here
Through partnerships with global companies and opportunities for entrepreneurs and industry to connect, our school fosters the innovative ideas that are a driving force for economic growth in the state of Wisconsin, the country, and the world.
We’re building the future
You can help us build it.
See our plans for Morgridge Hall– a tech hub that will enable collaboration for students, faculty and business to develop ideas that will shape the future of Wisconsin – and the world.
