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Linpeiyu Ji
Linpeiyu Ji (Jenny) MS in Computer Information Systems, Concentration in Health Informatics (MET’22) Graduate Certificate in IT Project Management What do you find most fascinating about the discipline of computer information systems? Do you have a particular focus within the broader field? I was attracted to the health informatics concentration of MET’s MS in Computer... More
2022 CAS Hacktuary Challenge
The deadline for the 2022 CAS Hacktuary Challenge is September 30, 2022. Enter for your chance to win the prize of $15,000. Entrants should complete the interest form below. Actuary /ak(t)SHəˌwerē/ noun A professional who quantifies risk, particularly in the area of insurance A statistical discipline that focuses on financial uncertainties Hacktuary /hak(t)SHəˌwerē/ noun ... More
36th Annual Plenary, Working Group Meeting and FHIR Connectathon
Student Academy | September 19, 2022 | Baltimore, MD (Renaissance Harborplace Hotel) The September WGM features a brand new event just for students. All day on Monday, students will be able to participate in a schedule tailored just for their needs. The schedule includes: Orientation for First Time Attendees (early pre-meeting) ... More
Maryam Asghari
MSCS Degree Helps Designer Pivot to New Career as Data Scientist Maryam Asghari Data Scientist at Telenav MS in Computer Science (MET’22) What do you find most fascinating about the discipline of computer science? Do you have a particular focus within the broader field? Computer science is the art of solving complex and challenging problems, More
MET Computer Science and Distance Education Authors Team Up for a Second Book
Hot on the heels of Best Practices for Administering Online Programs (New York: Routledge, 2021), three BU Metropolitan College coauthors have regrouped to produce another book: Winning Online Instruction: A Q&A for Higher Education Faculty (New York: Routledge, 2022) Dr. Dan Hillman, associate director of instructional design for BU MET’s Office of Distance Education; Dr. Anatoly... More
Joshua Enxing
Lecturer, Computer Science Statistical Programmer, Phastar BA, Boston University; MS, University of Connecticut; MS, Tufts University What is your area of expertise? My areas of expertise are applied mathematics, specifically data science and machine learning, parametric and non-parametric statistics, and numerical linear algebra/numerical analysis. Please tell us about your work. Can you share any current... More
Harunobu Ishii
Research Assistant, Explainable AI; Technical Fellow, BU Spark! MS in Computer Information Systems, concentration in Data Analytics (MET’22) What compelled you to return to school and pursue a graduate education? What is your long-term objective? Many industries nowadays are exploring digital and data evolution. I used to have a first-hand feeling for such... More
Christopher Nzuka
Alum Advises Students to “Learn as Much as You Can” Christopher Nzuka Assistant Project Manager, Pearson MS in Computer Information Systems, IT Project Management Concentration (MET’20) Why did you choose BU MET for your graduate studies? What set BU MET apart from other programs you were considering? I joined Boston University MET following a recommendation... More
Dr. Vijay Kanabar
Prof. Vijay Kanabar on BU MET’s Distinguished History in IT Project Management Education Dr. Vijay Kanabar Associate Professor, Director, Project Management PhD, University of Manitoba; MS, Florida Institute of Technology (Computer Science); MBA, Webber College; BS, University of Madras, India; PMP (Project Management Professional), Project Management Institute; CSM (Certified ScrumMaster), Scrum Alliance What is... More
BU MET to Host Third Annual International White Hat Conference
Boston University Metropolitan College’s Criminal Justice Graduate Programs are hosting the Third Annual International White Hat Conference, June 1 & 2, 2022—mark your calendar today! Supported by the Department of Justice’s (DOJ) Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA), and in partnership with Utica College, the virtual White Hat Conference will gather cybersecurity... More