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The Department of Computer Science is committed to building a broad community of students, staff, and faculty who value the worth and contributions of every individual.

In the spirit of Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), we seek to recruit, welcome, mentor, and educate graduate and undergraduate students who are passionate about benefitting society through technological innovation.

This work involves all stakeholders of the department, including alumni and friends who contribute time and resources. These efforts benefit greatly from the generosity of donors to our endowed Barbara G. Ryder Fund for Excellence in Computer Science.

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    Discover our institutional and individual commitment to Ut Prosim (That I May Serve) in the spirit of inclusive communities, education, and excellence.

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    Explore our commitment to increase access and inclusion and to create a community that nurtures learning and growth for all of its members.

 In 2016, the department was recognized nationally by the National Center for Women & Information Technology (NCWIT) for excellence in promoting women in undergraduate computing. From 2007-2015, the percentage of women computer science majors increased from 4 percent to 17 percent. Today, women make up more than 20 percent of the department’s majors, and the department participates in NCWIT Learning Circles and the Center for Inclusive Computing’s M.S. Pathways to Computing Consortium.

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We work to help track progress, identify challenges, and carry out initiatives designed to ensure academic and research excellence and a strong and welcoming community for all in computer science.

Resources

Disrupting academic bullying

To maintain a culture of civility throughout the graduate education experience, academic bullying is unacceptable and should not be tolerated.

Cultural and community centers 

Established in 1998 as the Safe Zone program, the Cultural and Community Centers office includes a number of centers that offer advocacy, advising, community, and cultural awareness.

Stop abuse

Virginia Tech commits to ending abuse and violence on campus, supporting the abused, and holding perpetrators accountable.

Safe zones

Safe Zones are welcoming spaces for lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans* and queer communities and their allies.

Get support

Student organizations

Virginia Tech has more than 800 student organizations on campus that offer academic and professional development and social and cultural experiences for everyone. Several help underrepresented and underserved students find community, including the National Society of Black Engineers, Society of Women Engineers, and the Association of Women in Computing at Virginia Tech.

Study abroad and bridge experiences

Students interested in study abroad and other enrichment, research, and academic opportunities can learn more from the Global Education Office.