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There’s no school like CDS because CDS isn’t a school. It’s a community of people who share an interest in advancing computing and data sciences for a better society.
A Year of Firsts: CDS Impact Report 2023
2023 was an incredible year of firsts for the Faculty of Computing & Data Sciences.
It was our first year in our new home at the fossil fuel-free Center for Computing & Data Sciences; a year that saw both the matriculation of our 78-strong inaugural Class of 2026 and the graduation of our first cohort of data science majors. It was a year that marked the launch of our MS in Data Science Programand the integration of the Bioinformatics Program in CDS; a year in which we were first to develop guidelines for the use of generative AI in the classroom. It was a year in which we welcomed our first cohort of CDS Faculty Fellows and our first cohort of Wexler PhD Fellows; and a year in which we made our first faculty and staff CDS Citizenship & Leadership Awards. And the list goes on!
We invite you to check out our Year of Firsts Impact Report. Read up on our faculty and their cutting-edge research, our curriculum and how it prepares our students to positively impact the world through innovation and experiential learning opportunities powered by BU Spark!, and discover the places, faces, and state-of-the-art learning spaces that make CDS shine.
Schools & Colleges
11
Our diverse faculty come from 23 departments in 11 of BU's schools & colleges, bringing Data Science expertise in everything from Theology to Engineering.
# of majors
150
+
In just one year, the Data Science major has over 150 declared majors.
Annual growth in enrollments
370
%+
The number of students taking DS courses is growing in leaps and bounds, drawing students from all across the University.
Research + Impact
We aren’t just leading innovative research, we’re tackling society’s biggest challenges.
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A connective tissue bridging all disciplines, CDS brings together students, faculty, and partners to make a real-world impact.
Faculty Stories
Members of our faculty are drawn from all areas of computing & data sciences. Read about their research vision and projects in the pipeline.
Recent News
The latest news and innovations from CDS.
CDS Data Science Major Xiang Fu ’26 Earns Prestigious Provost’s Scholars Award for Academic Exploration
Read about Xiang Fu ’26, a data science major in the BU Faculty of Computing & Data Sciences (CDS), who received a Provost’s Scholars Award for Academic Exploration.
Innovations in Education, CDS Faculty Deploys AI Tutor
As AI becomes increasingly integrated into higher education, educators continue to face challenges with large language models (LLMs) such as ChatGPT (and other artificial intelligence chatbots), which offer instant solutions to students' homework questions and programming problems. Nearly two years after ChatGPT's debut, the question persists: how can faculty ensure rich learning when students have […]
Opinion: The Case for Vigilance in AI Markets
In this opinion post, BU CDS affiliated faculty and Professor of Law Stacey Dogan makes the case for vigilance in AI markets.
CDS Associate Provost Azer Bestavros Named ADSA Advisory Board Member
Read about Boston University's Faculty of Computing & Data Sciences (CDS) Associate Provost Azer Bestavros, who has been appointed as the latest member of the esteemed ADSA Advisory Board.
CDS StuGov 2024-25: A Year of Growth, Mentorship, and Community
Read about Boston University Computing & Data Sciences' Student Government 2024 goals and objectives in this POV.
Dr. Wesley Wildman Delivers Faculty Address at Undergraduate Matriculation
On Sunday, September 1, 2024, Melissa L. Gilliam, Boston University’s 11th president, welcomed the Class of 2028—over 3,300 students—to the University at a Matriculation ceremony held at Agganis Arena. Dr. Gilliam delivered her first major public address, speaking to new students, their families, and guests. "Make this experience your own, and don’t be afraid to […]
Social Justice for Data Science Lecture Series
Learn about the Social Justice for Data Science lecture series hosted by BU Faculty of Computing & Data Sciences.
Simulating Religious Violence Documentary
On November 19th, 2024, Boston University will host the North American Premiere of Simulating Religious Violence. Presented by So Fare Films, in collaboration with the Faculty of Computing & Data Sciences and the School of Theology, the documentary explores a three-year project using simulations to address global humanitarian issues.