The Taskforce on Computing and Data Science is charged with developing an assessment and recommendations for advancing computing, data science, and AI at the University of Washington, both as core disciplines and as enablers across the academic enterprise.
Join a virtual event for updates on work, to date
Join a virtual session May 26, 2–3pm to hear the provost and taskforce share insights gleaned from input gathered, to date, on how best to build on and grow UW’s leadership in computing, data science, and AI. Submit questions in advance for the Q&A.
The University of Washington is committed to providing access and accommodation in its services, programs, and activities. Live Zoom captioning and ASL interpretation will be provided for this event.
Share your thoughts
The taskforce has met with faculty, department chairs, university leadership across relevant units (COE, CAS, iSchool, SOM) and institutes across campus, conducting interviews and listening sessions. Upcoming sessions will be held for faculty senate and council leadership, elected faculty councils, students, and staff.
Share your thoughts via the taskforce feedback form on how UW can maintain and grow its leadership in computing, data science, and AI. The taskforce charge is seeking input on: curriculum and degree programs, research opportunities and infrastructure, interdisciplinary collaboration, student pathways & education, organizational structure & coordination, and industry & workforce development. Deadline for submission: May 29.
Membership & charge
Information about taskforce members and the work they were asked to do is available in the taskforce charge letter.
Report & Recommendations
The taskforce’s report is due to the provost at the end of spring quarter and will be shared on this page once the provost has a chance to review findings.
Last updated May 15, 2026