Jean Morrison

Jean Morrison is a Professor of Earth and Environment and Computing and Data Sciences, and inaugural Director of CDS Mentorship Programs. As director, Jean will lead two mentoring efforts. For PhD candidates, she will provide guidance to successfully navigate early stages of the innovative interdisciplinary PhD program through both individual mentoring and the DS 590 […]

Rachelle Regan

Rachelle joined the Faculty of Computing & Data Sciences in the spring of 2024 as the Building Programs Manager. She previously worked as the Senior Office Manager for Financial Affairs at BU, home to the University Controller, and Senior Vice President of Financial Affairs. She managed the day-to-day operational office needs for all 13 departments […]

Gary Wilson

Gary joined the CDS Online Master’s in Data Science team in June 2024 as the Assistant Director of Admissions. Gary oversees all parts of the admissions process for OMDS Students; from application submission, to acceptance, to enrollment and beyond. His primary responsibilities include meeting with prospective students, helping implement enrollment strategies, and preparing students for […]

Catie Kim

Catie Kim joined CDS in October 2023 as the Director of Special Initiatives. As part of BU’s Special Initiatives team, Catie coordinates efforts between the office of Development & Alumni Relations and CDS. She serves as a resource and connector, working to secure private support and build meaningful and impactful partnerships with CDS. Catie’s more […]

Alessandra Augusto

As the Events & Communications Manager for the Faculty of Computing & Data Sciences, Alessandra leverages her extensive experience in project management, e-commerce, strategic communications, and higher education. Reporting to the Director of Communications, she collaborates closely with CDS faculty and administrative staff to plan and implement high-profile events and programs critical to faculty and […]

Nicole Bonito

Nicole joined the Faculty of Computing and Data Sciences in 2023 as the Assistant Director of Graduate Aid and Operations. Nicole serves as the primary point of contact for all CDS graduate students who seek counsel regarding institutional, federal, and private financial aid. She assists with the admissions communications processes for the Data Science and Bioinformatics […]

Thomas Gardos 

Thomas comes to Boston University after a 30-year career at Intel, where he worked in both research and in engineering roles. Most recently, he led a computer vision and computational photography research and development team, developing deep learning applications and  algorithm specifications for ultra-low-power computer vision chips. Previously, Thomas led Intel’s video compression technology algorithm […]

Charles McGinn

Charles McGinn joined the CDS Communications Team in May of 2023. As the first BU Faculty of Computing & Data Sciences Communications Specialist, Charles has molded this role into one that supports the unique needs, goals, and missions of CDS. Collaborating with the rest of the Communications Team, he works to maintain and highlight the […]

Lakyn Bright

CDS welcomed Lakyn Bright in May 2023 as an Undergraduate Academic Advisor. In this role, Lakyn supports the undergraduate students in CDS from orientation to graduation by providing thorough guidance regarding academic plans, goals, and interests. Additionally, she connects students to available campus and community resources and activities. Lakyn holds a Bachelor of Science in […]