U of T Department of Computer Science
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The Department of Computer Science at the University of Toronto.
A new method from @utoronto.ca computer scientists trains AI faster and more reliably using less data and computing power. This could help bring smarter robots and autonomous systems into everyday life. Learn more: uoft.me/cyu @cvoelcker.bsky.social @igilitschenski.bsky.social
Creating opportunities for others became a defining part of Jessica Chen's undergraduate experience. Through her leadership with UTMIST, she helped students explore new interests, develop skills and build confidence in computer science.
Graduation Spotlight: Jessica Chen
Through her leadership with UTMIST, Jessica Chen created opportunities for students to explore new interests and build confidence in computer science.
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For Helena Glowacki, computer science became a space where research, storytelling, and artistic practice could meet. Her journey explored what it means to build and study technology through a human-centred lens.
Graduation Spotlight: Helena Glowacki
Blending creativity with computer science, Helena Glowacki explored human-centred technology through research, storytelling and artistic practice.
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Alice Gao, assistant professor, teaching stream, in the Department of Computer Science, has received the U of T Faculty of Arts & Science Outstanding Teaching Award — Early Career for her commitment to student success and inclusive learning.
Alice Gao’s supportive approach earns Faculty of Arts & Science Outstanding Teaching Award — Early Career
Assistant Professor, Teaching Stream, Alice Gao earned the Faculty of Arts & Science Outstanding Teaching Award — Early Career for creating supportive learning environments that help students bu...
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Graduate Jacob Klimczak explored how computer science can contribute to solving complex global challenges through interdisciplinary research and environmental applications.
Graduation Spotlight: Jacob Klimczak
With a focus on interdisciplinary research and environmental applications, Jacob Klimczak explored how computer science can help address global challenges.
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As a DCS Ambassador, Raghav Sinha helped support students throughout their computer science journeys while exploring interests in data, economics and technology.
Graduation Spotlight: Raghav Sinha
As an ambassador, Raghav Sinha supported students across their CS journeys while applying his skills at the intersection of data, economics and technology.
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Through her work with CSSU and WiCS, Pratibha Thakur helped strengthen student life and build supportive communities within @uoftcompsci.bsky.social.
Graduation Spotlight: Pratibha Thakur
A student leader dedicated to building supportive communities, Pratibha Thakur helped shape student life in computer science through her work in CSSU and WiCS.
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@utoronto.ca has announced a new, multi-year partnership with @cohere.com, which was founded in 2019 by former U of T computer science students and has become the world's leading sovereign AI company. www.utoronto.ca/news/u-t-par...
U of T partnership with Cohere sets the stage for responsible AI adoption at scale
The University of Toronto is advancing its commitment to responsible artificial intelligence adoption at scale through an ambitious multi-year partnership with Cohere, a Canadian-founded, Toronto-base...
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Graduate Yuchen Wang explored how AI can support healthcare through research focused on practical, patient-centred solutions and real clinical impact.
Graduation Spotlight: Yuchen Wang
Through research in AI and healthcare, Yuchen Wang focused on developing practical, patient-centred solutions grounded in real clinical impact.
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At the 2026 Outstanding Achievement Awards, faculty members from across #UofTArtSci were recognized for teaching excellence in classroom instruction, course design and curriculum development. Read more: www.artsci.utoronto.ca/news/2026-ou...
One year after graduating, Dina Lojpur is building a career in applied AI. She shares how curiosity, interdisciplinary study and learning to “do it scared” shaped her path ↓
Alumni Spotlight: Dina Lojpur on building a career in AI and governance
After graduating from the University of Toronto last year, Dina Lojpur quickly stepped into the world of applied AI, bringing with her a perspective shaped by computer science, cognitive science and...
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Ontario’s EV future depends on turning breakthrough research into real-world technologies. The Electric Vehicle Innovation Ontario (EVIO) Program’s second call for proposals is now open, connecting industry and postdocs to tackle EV challenges. bit.ly/EVIO-CFP2026
U of T computer scientists have discovered a vulnerability in GPU memory that can allow attackers to take complete control of a computer system. The proof-of-concept exploit, called GPUBreach, has been honoured with a Distinguished Paper Award at @sp.ieee-security.org 2026. uoft.me/ct9
U of T researchers discover graphics card vulnerability that can lead to full system takeover
GPUBreach exploits flaws in graphics cards that power modern AI to give hackers complete control of a computer.
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University of Toronto CS Professor Arvind Gupta — a member of the federal AI task force — weighs in on Canada’s AI strategy: why building public trust and turning world-class AI research into economic impact are both critical. Watch the full interview ⤵️ www.ctvnews.ca/video/2026/0...
Building trust with the public is important for implementing AI strategy: task force member
Arvind Gupta, a member of the federal AI task force that helped create PM Carney’s strategy, says Canada is ‘at the forefront’ of AI research.
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Canada can play a leading role in the next wave of AI innovation: Waabi CEO Raquel Urtasun #UofT 🍁 uoft.me/cqw
Raquel Urtasun has been elected a Fellow of the Royal Society — one of the highest honours in science. A @utoronto.ca professor, AI leader and founder of Waabi, she joins a global cohort recognized for advancing scientific knowledge.
Raquel Urtasun elected Fellow of the Royal Society
Urtasun, a leading AI expert and the founder and CEO of Waabi, has been recognized with one of the highest honours in science.
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Professor Emeritus Eugene Fiume has received a 2025 CS‑Can | Info‑Can Lifetime Achievement Award, recognizing his sustained contributions to computer graphics research and computer science education at @utoronto.ca and beyond. uoft.me/cqo
Professor Emeritus Eugene Fiume honoured with Lifetime Achievement Award by CS-Can | Info-Can
Eugene Fiume is a computer scientist and academic leader whose research in computer graphics and long‑standing service to the discipline have earned national and international recognition.
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Congrats to CS and math specialist Boyan Litchev who finished the 2025 Putnam Competition as the highest @utoronto.ca scorer. 👏 The undergrad shares his experience, and what’s next. uoft.me/coM
Congrats to @utoronto.ca CS students pursuing MSc and MScAC degrees who are recipients of the @vectorinstitute.ai Scholarship in AI for 2026! The funding supports top grad students pursuing AI-related studies while connecting them to a powerful ecosystem of mentors and industry leaders.
Vector Institute@vectorinstitute.ai · 3mo agoIntroducing the 2026-27 Vector Scholarship in AI recipients! 🌟 Congratulations to 100 exceptional graduate students across Ontario, each awarded $17,500 – $1.75 million invested in Canada's AI future. na3.hubs.ly/y0sQhx0
The University of Toronto is often described as the birthplace of modern AI. In the latest issue of University of Toronto Magazine, U of T President Melanie Woodin outlines the importance of turning AI research into real-world impact. #CIW26 @utoronto.ca magazine.utoronto.ca/campus/turni...
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Only a few weeks away! Join our #UofT x #TorontoTechWeek event on May 26 with Reynold Xin, co-founder of Databricks, on his journey to building a $100B+ company, followed by a lawn party on front campus. Save your spot and explore more Toronto Tech Week events: uoft.me/ttw-uoft-gui...
May the 4th be with you! Revisit this earlier Faculty of Arts & Science feature on CS alum Bill Reeves, whose work helped bring Star Wars to life. uoft.me/cmr
Pixar pioneer: CS alum Bill Reeves leads in animation innovation
U of T CS alum Bill Reeves has brought some of pop culture’s most famous characters to life as a founding member of Pixar Animation Studios in the 1980s.
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What keeps alumni coming back to mentor @utoronto.ca computer science students? For alumnus Jason Lee, it’s the conversations — and the chance to help students find their direction.
Inside what mentorship means for U of T’s computer science alumni
Through one-on-one conversations, alumni mentors and undergraduate CS students build connection, gain perspective and shape the next stage of their journeys.
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From accessible speech‑to‑text tools to embodied AI systems for robotics, students showcased the range of work underway in @UofTCompSci.bsky.social at the Software Engineering Showcase. Projects from CSC301 and CSC490 reflected real‑world partnerships and applied research.
Thank you to everyone who packed the room for Yejin Choi’s talk at the C.C. “Kelly” Gotlieb Distinguished Lecture Series. We were honoured to welcome members of the Gotlieb family to the lecture named for U of T’s inaugural chair of computer science. @utoronto.ca @uoftalumni.bsky.social
Yejin Choi explored AI reasoning to a full house at the April 16 Distinguished Lecture Series
Yejin Choi delivered the C.C. “Kelly” Gotlieb Distinguished Lecture to a full audience, examining the strengths and limits of reasoning in today’s AI systems.
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Researchers’ visualizations demonstrate a future with climate action — or inaction 🌎 #EarthDay @artsci.utoronto.ca uoft.me/ckP
Researchers’ visualizations demonstrate a future with climate action — or inaction
Using novel visualizations, an interdisciplinary team of researchers across Canada aims to spur individuals and governments to take action against climate change.
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Big wins for @utoronto.ca CS students at the 2026 Level Up Showcase! CS teams earned honours for Best Overall Game, Achievement in Audio, Artistic Achievement and Best Game Trailer, standing out among 160 teams from across Ontario. Congrats to all the student creators!
Game on: U of T computer science students level up at the 2026 showcase
U of T computer science students earned top honours at the 2026 Level Up Showcase, competing against 160 teams from colleges and universities across Ontario.
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We kicked off graduation season with our second annual pre‑convocation celebration: Hello, Real World: DCS Graduation Celebration. 🎓✨ 125+ grads, 26 faculty & instructors, and an electric afternoon celebrating our DCS community. Congrats, Class of 2026!
Grad Visit Days 2026 brought admitted MSc and PhD students from around the world to @uoftcompsci.bsky.social for an in‑depth look at research, faculty and graduate life.
Grad Visit Days offers newly admitted CS students an in-depth look at grad life at U of T
Newly admitted graduate students explore U of T Computer Science’s research culture, faculty and community during the three‑day Grad Visit Days 2026 program.
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