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Our Guiding Principles

The Department of Computer Science is guided by principles built upon the Core Values of the College of Engineering: Inclusiveness, Stewardship, Excellence, Integrity, and Perseverence.

These Guiding Principles represent the ethos of the Department of Computer Science, and they permeate our teaching, research, service, and administrative operations.

We are committed to a culture of honesty, dignity, and respect in which all members of our community can  realize their potential, free from biases and superficial constraints.

We value the contributions and perspectives of all members of our community; we work as a cohesive body toward our shared vision and common goals.

We embrace flexibility, entrepreneurship, creativity, and curiosity; we encourage  initiative, innovation, and adaptability amid rapidly changing contexts.