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Department of Computer Science and Engineering, University of Texas at Arlington

This is the page of the Department of Computer Science and Engineering at the University of Texas at Arlington. Stay up to date on the latest UTA Computer Science and Engineering news and events by following our other social media! LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/groups?gid=4120776
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Aspiring students: For information about applying to this department, please see http://cse.uta.edu/future-students/index.php, http://cse.uta.edu/graduate/ and http://grad.pci.uta.edu/

10/30/2026

🤝 Building stronger connections and shaping the future of CSE together!

Today, our Department of Computer Science and Engineering welcomed our Board of Advisors for a day of meaningful conversation, collaboration, and shared vision. Faculty advisors, and students came together to exchange ideas, share perspectives, and strengthen the partnerships that help move our department forward.

We are grateful for the time, insight, and commitment of our Board of Advisors. Together, we continue to build opportunities for our students, support our faculty, and advance the future of computing at UTA. 💙🧡

10/28/2026

🏆 Celebrating a TA who goes above and beyond for our Mavericks!

This month, we’re proud to recognize Rossel Banji as our TA of the Month for his dedication to CSE 1106 and student success. 💙

Despite the challenges of a newly revamped course, Rossel has gone the extra mile by sharing feedback to improve course materials and staying after lab hours to help students understand challenging concepts. His patience, positive attitude, and willingness to lend a hand have made a real difference for both students and the instructional team.

Rossel, thank you for the time and care you put into supporting our CSE community. We’re grateful to have you as part of the Maverick family! 👏

10/27/2026

💻 Throwing it back to HACKUTA 2025! 🚀

Last year, Mavericks came together for an unforgettable hackathon filled with creativity, collaboration, and innovative ideas. From tackling challenges to bringing projects to life, our hackers showed us what happens when Mavs come together to build something amazing!

🔥 Ready to make this year even bigger? HACKUTA is back November 14–15 for 24 hours of building, brainstorming, and bringing your ideas to life. Whether you’re a first-time hacker or a seasoned coder, there’s a place for you!

🎯 Register now and be part of this year’s hackathon! https://www.hackuta.com/

10/26/2026

💼 Ready to make your LinkedIn profile stand out?

Join us at BugHouse for our upcoming workshop on LinkedIn and Self-Presentation. Learn how to build a stronger LinkedIn profile, highlight your skills and experiences, and make a great first impression on recruiters and future employers. Whether you're preparing for your first internship, exploring career opportunities, or looking to grow your professional network, this workshop will help you present yourself with confidence and take the next step toward your goals.

📅 Wednesday, November 4 |12:00 - 2:00 PM
📍 ERB 570

Your next opportunity starts with how you present yourself. Come build your professional brand with us! 🤘

10/20/2026

🤖 Will AI create more jobs than it eliminates?

UTA CSE students explored this question during a special lecture with Justin Thomas and Johnny Seay from Decision Analyst, a market research firm!

As Vice President of IT, Justin brought his experience as a UTA alumnus to the conversation, while Johnny shared his perspective as a Full Stack Developer and DevOps Engineer. Together, they gave students an inside look at how AI is changing the tech industry and what it could mean for the future of work. 💻

Thank you to Justin and Johnny for sharing their insights with our Mavericks, and for Associate Professor of Practice Nomaan Mufti and Assistant Professor of Instruction Bhanu Jain for facilitating this discussion!

10/19/2026

💻 Explore the ideas shaping the future of cybersecurity at BSides DFW!

Join us at the University of Texas at Arlington for BSides DFW, a community-driven event bringing together technology enthusiasts, students, and professionals to learn, share ideas, and connect with others in the field.

Attendees can look forward to technical talks, hands-on workshops, interactive villages and demos, and opportunities to network with the cybersecurity community.

📅 Saturday, November 7, 2026
📍 Nedderman Hall, The University of Texas at Arlington
🎟️ Admission is free!

Whether you're exploring cybersecurity for the first time or looking to expand your technical knowledge, BSides DFW is an opportunity to learn, connect, and discover new possibilities in technology.

Register today at https://www.bsidesdfw.com/

10/15/2026

Decoding nonhuman communication is no longer science fiction. It is the next frontier of artificial intelligence, and UT Arlington CSE is leading the charge.

Dr. Kenny Zhu and his researchers at the Arlington Computational Linguistics Lab (ACL2) have published a collaborative survey paper, "A Preview of Computational Animal Linguistics," in the journal ACM Computing Surveys.

This milestone further cements UTA CSE's position as a world-class hub for computational animal communication research. What makes this achievement even more remarkable is the collaborative bridge between graduate scholars and undergraduate researchers. The authorship team brings together Zhu's graduate students alongside undergraduate scholars from the NSF-funded Research Experience for Undergraduates program at UTA.

Through hands-on summer research experiences, REU participants at UTA don't just learn cutting-edge tools in machine learning and natural language processing. They contribute directly to field-defining, high-impact publications alongside faculty.

Congratulations to Zhu, the ACL2 team, and our talented REU alumni on this breakthrough publication!

Read the full paper and abstract in ACM Computing Surveys: https://dl.acm.org/doi/10.1145/3850160

Explore UTA CSE's REU Program: https://uta-acl2.github.io/reu/

Learn more about the ACL2 Lab: https://uta-acl2.github.io/people.html

10/14/2026

What does it take to stand out among tens of thousands of AI researchers worldwide? 🌍 Ask Krishna Khadka, a doctoral student in Computer Science and Engineering at UTA!

His paper co-authored with Professor Yu Lei earned a rare oral presentation at NeurIPS, placing in the top fraction of a percent of global submissions! 🏆 The research was developed alongside collaborators Raghu N. Kacker and D. Richard Kuhn from the National Institute of Standards and Technology.

The paper introduces DD-CAM, a tool that acts like a precision magnifying glass for computer vision systems. By applying software debugging logic, it strips away visual noise so developers can see the exact image details an AI uses to make decisions. This breakthrough brings real-world impact to self-driving safety and medical imaging precision! 🚗🏥

A true homegrown Maverick success story, Khadka earned his bachelor’s degree at UTA, entered the direct Ph.D. program, and co-founded an award-winning startup through MavPitch. 🚀

Read the full paper to see how UTA is driving transparent AI: https://arxiv.org/abs/2602.19274

10/12/2026

🐎 Your next great adventure starts at HackUTA! 💻⚡

Mavericks, get ready for 24 hours of coding, creativity and collaboration! 🚀 Register for HackUTA and dive into a full day of building, problem-solving and bringing big ideas to life. Whether you're ready to compete or just beginning your coding journey, every hero has a place on this adventure!

📆 November 14–15
🍕 Free food? Check.
🏆 Prizes to win? Absolutely.
💻 All experience levels welcome!

Gather your crew, bring your ideas and get ready to see what you can create in 24 hours. Your next Odyssey awaits, Mavericks. Are you ready to ride? 🧡💙

Register now!
https://www.hackuta.com/

10/08/2026

👀 Technical interviews are evolving!

UTA CSE students recently joined UTA ACM for a watch party of the CRA Member’s Circle event, A Student’s Guide to Navigating the Technical Interview. The panel featured experts with firsthand experience designing, conducting and navigating technical interviews.

The discussion explored how AI-assisted coding and changing technical roles are reshaping interviews, along with what employers are looking for and practical strategies students can use to prepare for internships and early-career opportunities. 💻✨

Thanks to ACM and CRA for another opportunity for our students to learn, connect and prepare for their future careers!

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