History

Looking Back...

We are extremely proud of our accomplishments as well as the contributions our alumni have made to Computer Science. To highlight these accomplishments, we have compiled some collections of historical interest.

Department History

Two detailed histories of the Department are available for your enjoyment:

Beginning of Computing and Computer Science at the University of Maryland
Written by former Department Chair Jack Minker, this describes the formation of the Computer Science Center and the creation of the Department of Computer Science through 1979.

Maturation of Computer Science Research and Education at the University of Maryland: Evolution of the Department of Computer Science from 1979 through 2006
Dr. Marvin Zelkowitz wrote a continuation of the Minker history that follows the Department's evolution through the end of 2006.

 

Alumni Hall of Fame

CS alumni have gone on to make impactful and important contributions to their fields. Our Alumni Hall of Fame honors the best and brightest.

Latest Contributed Media

Azriel Rosenfeld
Uploaded By: Todd Holden
Larry Davis and Ashok Agrawala
Uploaded By: Todd Holden
Jack Minker
Uploaded By: Todd Holden