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technology; and

 high academic standards and performance through student-faculty interaction and
support.

5. To assist the University community in achieving excellence in computer and information
technology and to ensure that all students learn to utilize computing resources in their
disciplines of study.

6. To constantly update the curriculum and upgrade the computer laboratories incorporating
new developments in this dynamic field.

7. To establish and support cooperative linkages with local governmental, business and
educational institutions in order to:

 provide students with practical experiences, summer opportunities, and future
career options;

 permit joint research projects; and

 serve the community-at-large.

8. To continue to expand research and development activities and thereby provide students
and faculty with opportunities to solve problems of interest to the scientific community
and society-at-large.

ASSISTANTSHIPS AND FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE

The Department of Computer Science recognizes the high cost of education today and makes
every effort to offer financial assistance to qualified students through a variety of programs. For
further information, please contact the Department directly.

STUDENT ACTIVITIES

Students are invited to take advantage of the student activity program, which is an integral part of
their educational experience at Bowie State University. The Computer Science Department student
activities include:

 Bowie State University Collegiate Cyber Defense Team
The goal of the Bowie State University Collegiate Cyber Defense Team is to provide
students with practical, hands-on knowledge in cybersecurity outside of a classroom
setting. Students will learn current techniques and tools in network security and engage in
local, regional, national and international competitions and challenges, where they will
have the opportunity to test their skills in realistic scenarios, similar to those that exist in a
private or public sector environment.

 Women in Computing
This organization is focused on the support and promotion of women in the Computer
Science Department by encouraging discussion and raising awareness of the issues they
face. It is open to students of all genders and fields who support women in computing and
technology.

 Spring Programming Contest
Students compete singly or with a partner, to solve a series of programming problems at
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various levels. Cash awards are given to the 1 , 2 , and 3 place winners.

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