Hiram College

Computer Science

Traditional Undergraduate

tech savvy major

Students who enjoy the world of fast moving technology and thrive at coding and hands-on application will excel in the Hiram computer science major. Our students leave Hiram with both a rigorous education and practical experience to prepare them for careers in the tech industry.

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The Computer Science Department offers two majors: computer science and applied computer science.

As a department, we have articulated the mission of the computer science program as follows, aligned with and inspired by the mission for Hiram College. The mission of the computer science program is:

  1. To develop ethical, socially responsible, analytical, and critical thinkers.
  2. To instill in our students a foundation for making creative contributions to society in the computing area.
  3. To provide challenges to our students within a supportive community.

ACADEMIC PATHWAYS AND INFORMATION

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Louis Oliphant, Ph.D.

Associate Professor of Computer Science

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