School of Computer, Data & Information Sciences launches Wisconsin Summer of AI Laboratory (SAIL).
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AI Trailblazers Return to UW–Madison to Shape What’s Next
UW–Madison Computer Sciences alumnus Andy Konwinski ’07, co-founder of Databricks, Perplexity, and Laude Ventures, joined computing luminary Dave Patterson, UC Berkeley Professor Emeritus and co-inventor of RISC architecture, for a standing-room-only lecture that drew over 100 students from across campus who were eager to hear firsthand how leaders at the forefront of AI are thinking about its next chapter.
UX Professor of Practice Leah Ujda on bridging disciplines, building partnerships, and Pokémon Go
Ujda recently returned to campus to serve as UX Professor of Practice at CDIS, a role in which she teaches UX and professional development courses and builds partnerships between student organizations and leading companies.
Faculty Perspectives- March 2025
Remzi Arpaci-Dusseau was recently featured by ChatGPT for Education, sharing his insights on the impact of AI in the classroom. We also reached out to professors from the Information School and the Department of Statistics to …
A legacy of innovation: Professor Gurindar Sohi wins prestigious Computer Pioneer Award
Professor Gurindar (Guri) Sohi—Vilas Research Professor, John P. Morgridge Professor and E. David Cronon Professor of Computer Sciences at UW–Madison—has been honored with the 2025 Computer Pioneer Award in Honor of the Women of ENIAC from the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) Computer Society
CDIS Student Anna Staresinic Embraces Every Opportunity at UW–Madison
If Anna Staresinic x’25 had to sum up her journey at UW–Madison in one word, it would be “well-rounded.” “The idea of being well-rounded has followed me throughout my life. UW stood out to me …
Morgridge Hall Progress Update — March 2025
As 2025 gets underway, Morgridge Hall is in its final stages, with completion just months away. This state-of-the-art facility is rapidly transforming into a vibrant hub designed to foster innovation, collaboration, and discovery. We are …
CDIS Student Lucas Sernik Leaves His Mark on UW–Madison
After moving more than 5,000 miles from home, Lucas Abreu Sernik x’26 is making his mark at the University of Wisconsin–Madison—both in and out of the classroom. Originally from São Paulo, Brazil, Sernik was drawn …
Information Science students share their perspectives on the major in new video
In a new video, three iSci students sat down to discuss their experiences and perspectives on the major.
Computer Sciences Faculty Jerry Zhu Guides UW-Madison’s RISE-AI Initiative
University of Wisconsin–Madison Chancellor Jennifer Mnookin recently unveiled the Wisconsin Research, Innovation, and Scholarly Excellence (RISE) Initiative, a bold and transformative program designed to position the university as a global leader in research and innovation. …