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Big Data and Human-Centered Computing

As computing and big data reshape society, Willamette University is at the forefront of creating an equitable and ethics-aware technology workforce.

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From Music Major to Ethical Hacker

At Willamette University, we recognize that the rise of big data and computing is transforming every aspect of our lives. Willamette is creating innovative programs that sit at the crossroads of the arts, humanities, design, and the sciences to cultivate a technology workforce that prioritizes ethical considerations and creativity. We integrate the arts, humanities, design, computer and data science, and management to center humanity and creativity in technology.

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Shaping the Future of Technology
We have students who have never written a line of code in their lives coming out of the first semester of these undergraduate classes doing real data science.
Jameson Watts
Dean, School of Computing and Information Sciences
Jameson Watts
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Real-World Experience in Technology

Bridging Computing and Human Insight through Academic Excellence

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Big Data and Human-Centered Computing Degree Programs

Willamette's programs in computer science and data science offer a comprehensive education that spans multiple disciplines. By integrating ethics and creativity into our curriculum, we prepare graduates to navigate the complexities of big data and human-centered computing.

Computer Science Major/Minor Master’s in Data Science Game Design Minor (PNCA) 3+1 BS/MS in Computer Science