Department of Computer Science and Software Engineering

#GINNing Podcast: Sathvik Prahadeeswaran

Jeremy D Henderson | 03/07/25

Senior computer science and software engineering major Sathvik Prahadeeswaran discusses his engineering journey — past, present and future — on the latest episode of the best podcast in higher education.

Two Auburn Engineering students reach Tiger Cage final round

Joe McAdory | 03/03/25

Vince Visser (industrial and systems engineering) and Liam Heary (computer science and software engineering) will compete, with others, in the March 28 final round

Presentations will be made on Fridays March 7, March 14, April 11 and April 25.

Auburn Engineering to host AI lecture series beginning March 7

Joe McAdory | 02/24/25

Four artificial intelligence experts from industry and academia will offer deeper insight into the emerging technology and its best practices through a lecture series, presented by Auburn University’s AI@AU initiative.

Auburn professor elected to the National Academy of Engineering

Dustin Duncan | 02/17/25

Alice E. Smith, the Joe W. Forehand Jr. Distinguished Professor in the Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering in the Auburn University Samuel Ginn College of Engineering, has been elected to the National Academy of Engineering (NAE) as part of its Class of 2025.

New Engineering Global Programs opportunity takes students to New Zealand

Dustin Duncan | 02/17/25

A new study abroad program through Engineering Global Programs will take Auburn Engineering students to the South Pacific, immersing them in the environmental landscapes of New Zealand.

Three Auburn Engineering students advance to Tiger Cage pitch competition semifinals

Joe McAdory | 02/05/25

The semifinal round will be Feb. 28 in Horton-Hardgrave Hall.

From left, Logan Bolton, Owen Strength and Luke Robinson.

Three students in CSSE earn Computing Research Association Outstanding Researcher Awards

Joe McAdory | 02/04/25

Owen Strength, Logan Bolton and Luke Robinson were recognized by the Computing Research Association.

Jonathan Pettus has been named executive director of the Auburn University Applied Research Institute. [Credit: UAH]

Pettus named executive director of Auburn University Applied Research Institute in Huntsville

Jeremy D Henderson | 01/28/25

Auburn University’s Office of the Senior Vice President for Research and Economic Development has hired Jonathan Pettus as executive director of the Auburn University Applied Research Institute (AUARI) in Huntsville, effective February 1.

The new rankings mark five consecutive years in the Top 20 and nine consecutive years in the Top 25.

Auburn Engineering ranks No. 20 in U.S. News online graduate program rankings, online computer science program moves up 10 spots

Karen Hunley | 01/21/25

The new rankings mark five consecutive years in the Top 20 and nine consecutive years in the Top 25.

#GINNing Podcast: The Many Hats of Haynes Heaton

Jeremy D Henderson | 01/10/25

Assistant computer science professor by day, computational biologist by day, medical doctor by day — Haynes Heaton does it all. Great news for Auburn. Bad news for leukemia.

The report lays out policy options for how the federal government can incentivize cybersecurity on the part of the private sector by rewarding proactive security practices and investments.

McCrary Institute for Cyber and Critical Infrastructure Security releases policy brief on the economics of cyber attacks

Joe McAdory | 12/17/24

The report demonstrates the reality that, in the current threat landscape, the economics of cyberattacks favor the attackers and how a smart refocusing of federal cyber policies could tilt this benefit towards the defender.

Ruha Tacey, a 2012 Auburn chemical engineering graduate who has gone viral on social media as a STEM advocating influencer, served as the keynote speaker for this year's MADE@AU event.

Auburn MADE event prepares students for an engineering experience

Austin Phillips | 12/06/24

Auburn MADE event prepares students for an engineering experience

Students competing at CyberForce included, from left, Marshall Nelson, Jonathan Story, Hemant Sherawat, Matthew Pepe, Luke Robinson and Walker McGilvary.

Auburn University Ethical Hacking Club participates in simultaneous cyber competitions

Joe McAdory | 12/04/24

Eleven Auburn Engineering students turned hypothetical, real-life scenarios into learning opportunities at CyberForce, Nov. 8-9 in St. Charles, Illinois, and in the National Cyber League, a remote event held Nov. 8-10.

From left, Hari Narayanan, Nima Shamsaei and Panagiotis Mistriotis.

Three Auburn Engineering faculty members earn prestigious honors from university

Joe McAdory | 11/18/24

Hari Narayanan, Nima Shamsaei and Panagiotis Mistriotis were recognized at the Auburn University Faculty Awards ceremony on Tuesday, Nov. 19.

Corey McDaniels, a master’s student in the Department of Computer Science and Software Engineering (CSSE), has been awarded the 2024 Dwight David Eisenhower Transportation Fellowship by the Federal Highway Administration.

Computer Science and Software Engineering graduate student wins Eisenhower Fellowship from Federal Highway Administration

Kat Bader | 11/14/24

Corey McDaniels, a master’s student in the Department of Computer Science and Software Engineering (CSSE), has been awarded the 2024 Dwight David Eisenhower Transportation Fellowship by the Federal Highway Administration.

Auburn Engineering has now increased its annual new research awards and contracts by more than 300% since 2018, when the college brought in $29 million.

Auburn University’s Samuel Ginn College of Engineering has set a college record for new research awards and contracts for a fiscal year, closing FY24 with $117.7 million.

Austin Phillips | 11/11/24

The Samuel Ginn College of Engineering has set a college record for new research awards and contracts for a fiscal year, closing FY24 with $117.7 million.

Nearly 1,000 faculty and graduate students are already utilizing AI in their instruction.

Auburn established as leading force in ever-evolving AI world

10/29/24

The artificial intelligence realm is as transformative as any industry these days, and Auburn University is emerging as a leading force in that space.

The report underscores the importance of building a skilled cybersecurity workforce through expanded educational programs and flexible employment arrangements, calling for a balanced, holistic approach toward emerging technologies, ensuring innovation while safeguarding national security.

Auburn University’s McCrary Institute releases presidential transition task force report on cybersecurity policy amidst rising cyber threats

Joe McAdory | 10/22/24

The McCrary Institute released a report that outlines a series of cyber defense recommendations toward enhancing the nation's cyber resilience while maintaining a competitive edge in an increasingly interconnected world.

Auburn University recognizes faculty for their exemplary leadership, innovative research, scholarship, creative work and dedicated service to the university and the broader community.

Engineering faculty members among those to be recognized by university

10/15/24

Nima Shamsaei, Panagiotis Mistriotis and Hari Narayanan among 19 distinguished faculty members from nine colleges across campus to be honored for their exemplary leadership, innovative research, scholarship, creative work and dedicated service to the university and the broader community.

Auburn Makersfest 2024 is offering $2,000 in prize money to any Auburn student who has developed a product, written a song, or composed a poem – anything that was created – during a competition meant to stimulate creative thinking.

Auburn Makersfest submissions due Oct. 18

Dustin Duncan | 10/08/24

Auburn Makersfest 2024 is offering $2,000 in prize money to any Auburn student who has developed a product, written a song, or composed a poem – anything that was created – during a competition meant to stimulate creative thinking.

October marks the 21st Cybersecurity Awareness Month, designated by the federal government for public and private sectors to work together to raise awareness about the importance of cybersecurity.

Auburn researchers are on the front lines to help prevent cyberattacks

Joe McAdory | 10/01/24

October marks the 21st Cybersecurity Awareness Month, designated by the federal government for public and private sectors to work together to raise awareness about the importance of cybersecurity.

Auburn Engineering’s undergraduate program also ranked fourth among the 13 public institutions in the Southeastern Conference and — again — No. 1 in the state.

Auburn Engineering undergraduate program ranked No. 30 among public institutions nationwide

Joe McAdory | 09/24/24

Auburn Engineering’s undergraduate program also ranked fourth among the 13 public institutions in the Southeastern Conference and — again — No. 1 in the state.

The McCrary Institute, based at Auburn University with additional centers in Washington, D.C., and Huntsville, seeks practical solutions to pressing challenges in the areas of cyber and critical infrastructure security.

Auburn University’s McCrary Institute for Cyber and Critical Infrastructure Security announces appointment of two senior defense and policy executives

Joe McAdory | 09/23/24

Craig M. Whittinghill, a U.S. Navy veteran of 29 years, was named deputy director for applied research and services and Kyle D. Klein, who served on Capitol Hill in a variety of senior policy roles for 12 years, was named deputy director for policy and partnerships.

Viewers will have the opportunity to watch the movies, then learn from Auburn University experts, who will serve as discussion leaders.

Film series at Auburn takes a deep dive into how AI in movies is applicable to daily life

Joe McAdory | 09/20/24

Viewers will have the opportunity to watch the movies, then learn from Auburn University experts, who will serve as discussion leaders.