Through the College of Arts and Sciences’ online degree options, students have the chance to earn their bachelor’s degree in computer science, sociology or psychology and a master’s degree in statistics from virtually anywhere — as long as there’s a Wi-Fi signal. COMPUTER SCIENCE With online students making up roughly 18.5% of its undergraduate student population, the Department of Computer Science has made a concerted in a wide variety of circumstances. “We have students from all phases of life in our program,” said Cara Brun, academic advisor for the computer science program. “We have some students who are 18 years old and attending college for the first time. We have others who are established in the workforce and looking to add a skill set to advance their careers.” SageWoodard, a computer science senior, has been able to engage with faculty and participate in research despite not being on campus. “Participating in research as an undergraduate student provided a wonderful experience,” Woodard said. STORY ERIN MILEK | PHOTOS PROVIDED Connect fromAnywhere CAS online degree programs provide crucial flexibility for students near and far Sage Woodard 14 CONNECT 2023
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