This e-newsletter is
sent out on a regular basis, highlighting some of the latest news and
events, and sharing profiles of people and research at the Department of Computer Science (DCS).
NEWS & AWARDS
Celebrating 40 Years of "Social Issues in Computing"
 This year marks the 40th anniversary of Social Issues in Computing. Published in 1973, this groundbreaking textbook by DCS professors C.C. (Kelly) Gotlieb and Allan Borodin was one of the earliest books to discuss how computer technology impacts and affects society. To commemorate this milestone, DCS is hosting a Social Issues in Computing blog, which features posts by distinguished members of the intellectual community, and interviews with the authors. The Social Issues in Computing 40th Anniversary Blog can be found here.
Professor Stephen Cook Appointed to the Order of Ontario
Professor Stephen Cook was named to the Order of Ontario this past January. Members of Ontario’s highest honour are chosen for contributions to the arts, law, science, medicine, history, politics, philanthropy and the environment. Read more here.
DCS Faculty Members Bianca Schroeder, Vinod Vaikuntanathan, and Russ Salakhutdinov (Cross-Appointed) Receive 2013 Sloan Awards
The department is proud to call three of the U of T’s five Sloan recipients their own. The Sloan recognizes young researchers who show the “unique potential to make substantial contributions to their field.” See more on this exciting news here.
 PhD Student Christian Muise Named Winner of the Google Places API Developer Challenge
Muise, one of three 2012 winners, was recognized for his app TTC Pass, “a website that allows for collaborative editing of the location for purchasing various transit fares” in Toronto. See more information on the challenge and the other winning projects here.
GET INVOLVED: EVENTS & ACTIVITIES
Research in Action Showcase 2013 – April 17 
Save the date! The Department of Computer Science annual Research in Action (RIA) showcase will be held on Wednesday April 17, 2013 at the Royal Conservatory of Music. RIA is a cross section of research from various areas in computer science. RIA welcomes the general public and industry representatives from the Greater Toronto Area and beyond.
If you would like to attend RIA, register here. Find more details here.
Open House for Prospective Undergraduate Students – April 20
The department is holding its annual spring open house for students interested in our undergrad program. The event includes tours of the Bahen Centre, talks by current students and faculty members, and a reception that gives you a chance to ask all of your questions about the computer science experience at U of T! Register today here.
IN MEMORIAM
 DCS Remembers Jim Horning (1943-2013)
Dr. Jim Horning was a faculty member in the Department of Computer Science from 1969 to 1977. Read the department's complete statement on Dr. Horning's passing here. |
