Department of Computer Science 60th Anniversary Campaign

Celebrating 60 Years of Innovation

The Department of Computer Science in the College of Arts and Sciences stands as a beacon of innovation and interdisciplinary collaboration. For 60 years, we’ve been at the forefront of transformative research, following the “toolsmith” philosophy, which emphasizes our pivotal role in creating technical solutions for real-world challenges. Our commitment to cross-disciplinary collaboration has driven groundbreaking advances in technology, medicine, public health, industry and beyond.

Your support is more than a donation — it’s an investment in our future. Together, we can ensure our continued excellence. Consider giving to support these three critical needs:

1. UNC Computer Science Strategic Fund: Support critical initiatives, including lab renovations and faculty recruitment, to maintain and grow our position as a leading computer science program. Contributing to our strategic fund provides flexibility to use your gift where it is most needed, exactly when it is needed. This fund is essential to pursuing new opportunities.
2. Computer Science Undergraduate Experience Labs (XL): Help expand our new Computer Science Experience Labs program, which provides students with hands-on learning spaces that connect classroom theory with practical experience. Your support enhances hands-on learning opportunities, funds cutting-edge equipment and technology, and builds a collaborative community of innovation.
3. Department of Computer Science Graduate Fellowship: Invest in the next generation of computer science leaders by supporting fellowships that attract top graduate research talent. These prestigious awards allow us to recruit the brightest minds, enable students to pursue research without financial constraints, foster a dynamic academic community and uphold our commitment to excellence in higher education.

Make your gift today!

State funding alone cannot support our ambitious vision. Your support ensures we continue our mission to provide an exceptional academic experience for the next generation of computer scientists and researchers.

Join us in celebrating our 60th anniversary by honoring our past and making an immediate impact on our future.