Shape the Future with Computer Science

Welcome to the Miner School of Computer & Information Sciences — a dynamic hub for computing education, research and industry collaboration. 

Named for alumnus and Android co-founder Rich Miner, the school prepares students to lead and shape the future of technology through:

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Hear from Our Students

Haris Mukanga at the Massachusetts State House, receiving a standing ovation during Gov. Maura Healey’s State of the Commonwealth address.
Haris Mukanga '28
Computer Science

Haris Mukanga’s passion for computer science drew the praise of Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey.

Hopefully I can inspire other people to take advantage of these resources and dream big as well.
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Jessica Vu poses outside of Nvidia’s Silicon Valley headquarters.
Jessica Vu '26
Computer science

Computer science major Jessica Vu is gaining invaluable experience and honing automation skills during a prestigious eight-month co-op at chipmaker Nvidia, where she contributes to cutting-edge autonomous vehicle technology.

In tech, especially in software, you have to update your knowledge every day.
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William Boag delivers a speech at a lectern.
William Boag '16
Computer Science

Computer science alum William Boag ’16, a senior health care data lead for MassHealth, remains deeply engaged with the Honors College through leadership, mentorship and philanthropy.

The Honors College holds a special place in my heart.
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Linh Nguyen
Linh Nguyen
Computer Science & Mathematics

Linh Nguyen developed a cloud-based market data tool — and a newfound interest in financial technology — through her data science experience with the Nasdaq Futures Internship Program.

One of the things I like about computer science is that I can leverage all those little pieces and put them together to make a product that I want.
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UMAss Lowell computer science student Abdullah Abou Mahmoud sits outside of an office building next to the Microsoft logo
Abdullah Abou Mahmoud ’23
Computer Science

An internship with Microsoft turned into a full-time job offer for computer science major Abdullah Abou Mahmoud.

At UMass Lowell, I am getting a great education at a great value, as well as work experience and a great community.
Read More About Abdullah Abou Mahmoud 

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