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Human Computer Interaction Graduate Program:
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Troy Abel
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Major (Degree): Human Computer Interaction (PhD)
Department (College): Art and Design (Design)

Troy came to ISU from Valparaiso University, where he earned his BA in communications and his BSFA in graphic design. He is currently working on his MFA in graphic [more]

Jim Allen
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Major (Degree): Human Computer Interaction (PhD)
Department (College): Logistics, Operations and Mangagement Info Systems (Business)

By day, Jim is a professional IT Project Manager with a proven track record of effective project management, business analysis, and application development, and has successfully led small, medium and [more]

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Jon Backstrom
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Major (Degree): Human Computer Interaction (PhD)
Department (College): Psychology (LAS)

Evrim Baran
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Major (Degree): Curriculum & Instruction (PhD)
Department (College): Curriculum and Instruction (Human Sciences)

Evrim is working with Elizabeth-Ann Thompson. She is earning her PhD in curriculum and instruction along with her HCI co-major. Through her academic studies in the instructional technology [more]

Thomas Batkiewicz
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Major (Degree): Human Computer Interaction (PhD)
Department (College): Industrial & Manufacturing Systems Engineering (Engineering)

After finishing his undergraduate degree at ISU, Thomas decided to begin work on an MS in HCI. He really appreciates the resources available to him in the HCI program, including [more]

Jeremy Bennett
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Major (Degree): Human Computer Interaction (MS)
Department (College): Computer Engineering (Engineering)

Jeremy is working for James Oliver. He received a BS in computer engineering at Iowa State University. Jeremy decided to accepted a position at UGS working as a software [more]

Joseph Bergeron
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Major (Degree): Human Computer Interaction (MS)
Department (College): Computer Engineering (Engineering)

Lucas Bonansea
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Major (Degree): Human Computer Interaction (MS)
Department (College): Computer Science (LAS)

James Bush
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Major (Degree): Human Computer Interaction (MS)
Department (College): -- (Graduate)

James is a computer engineer from Lexington, KY, originally from Murfreesboro, TN. He is pursuing an MS degree in Human Computer Interaction and was attracted to Iowa State by their [more]

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Wen-Chieh Chang
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Major (Degree): Computer Science (PhD)
Department (College): Computer Science (LAS)

Originally from Taiwan, Wen-Chieh is working on his PhD in computer science with a co-major in HCI. With his interests in computational biology and computer graphics, he plans to combine [more]

Mandella Connors
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Major (Degree): Human Computer Interaction (PhD)
Department (College): Biomedical Sciences (Engineering)

Christopher (Sean) Cordes
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Major (Degree): Human Computer Interaction (PhD)
Department (College): Logistics, Operations and Mangagement Info Systems (Business)

Sean has bachelor’s degrees in English with a minor in technical writing, and psychology with emphasis in human factors from the University of Missouri at Rolla. He received his master [more]

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Yasemin Demiraslan
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Major (Degree): Curriculum & Instruction (PhD)
Department (College): Curriculum and Instruction ()

Yasemin Demiraslan is a PhD student in Curriculum and Instructional Technology. Prior to that, she was a research assistant in Computer Education and Instructional Technology Department at Hacettepe University (HU) [more]

Todd Dusold
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Contact: (ph)294-4967, , home page  

Major (Degree): Human Computer Interaction (MS)
Department (College): Art and Design (Design)

Todd is from Reinbeck, Iowa. He grew up in Waterloo, attended Gladboork-Reinbeck High School and then came to ISU to study in the architecture program. He discovered that [more]

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Travis Engelhaupt
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Major (Degree): Human Computer Interaction (MS)
Department (College): -- ()

Travis graduated with a BS in Computer Science in May of 2003 from ISU. Since that time he has been working as Program Coordinator and Senior Webmaster for the Center [more]

Levent Engin
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Major (Degree): Human Computer Interaction (PhD)
Department (College): Computer Engineering (Engineering)

Levent is fascinated by the synergy between people and computers, which is why the HCI graduate program is a perfect fit for him. Specifically, his research interests include computer [more]

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Daniela Faas
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Contact: (ph)294-0446, , home page  

Major (Degree): Mechanical Engineering (PhD)
Department (College): Mechanical Engineering (Engineering)

Daniela is originally from Germany. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering and a Bachelor of Arts in International Relations from Bucknell University. She also received her Master [more]

Adam Faeth
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Major (Degree): Human Computer Interaction (MS)
Department (College): Computer Engineering (Engineering)

Adam graduated with a B.S. in Journalism from Iowa State University. After graduating from ISU, Adam re-enrolled in Computer Engineering to prepare for graduate study that would combine his interests [more]

Jung Leng (Eric) Foo
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Major (Degree): Mechanical Engineering (PhD)
Department (College): Mechanical Engineering (Engineering)

By pursuing a PhD in mechanical engineering, Eric can finally quench his interest in computer graphics and visualization. More specifically, Eric’s research interests are digital medical imaging, medical [more]

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Kim Gehling
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Major (Degree): Human Computer Interaction (MS)
Department (College): Agricultural & Biosystems Engineering (Engineering)

Kim’s interest in optimizing usability in interfaces brought her to the HCI program where she is enjoying the diversity of the program and the interesting topics. She is working [more]

Kevin Godby
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Major (Degree): Human Computer Interaction (PhD)
Department (College): Mechanical Engineering (Engineering)

Kevin Godby is working on his PhD in HCI. He’s primarily interested in user interface design, developmental robotics, human-robot interaction, computational linguistics, and cognitive psychology. “The HCI program appeals to [more]

Shane Griffith
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Major (Degree): Computer Engineering (MS)
Department (College): Computer Engineering (Engineering)

Shane is working on Robotics with Dr. Stoychev. He is interested in robotic kinematics, machine vision, and machine learning. [more]

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Claver Hategekimana
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Major (Degree): Human Computer Interaction (PhD)
Department (College): Logistics, Operations and Mangagement Info Systems (Business)

Originally from Rwanda, Claver Hategekimana is working on his PhD in HCI. Having worked in both Rwanda and America, he learned that there are many opportunities for people with theoretical, [more]

Matthew Heying
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Major (Degree): Human Computer Interaction (PhD)
Department (College): Mechanical Engineering (Engineering)

Matt chose an interdisciplinary degree in mechanical engineering and human computer interaction because he wanted to integrate HCI software design with his background in ME. In his undergraduate program, [more]

Tylor Husske
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Major (Degree): Human Computer Interaction (MS)
Department (College): Mechanical Engineering (Engineering)

Tylor graduated with a BS in management information systems in Spring 2005 and joined the HCI graduate program Fall 2005. [more]

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Sharleeta Jackson
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Major (Degree): Human Computer Interaction (PhD)
Department (College): Human Development & Family Studies (Human Sciences)

Ming Jia
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Contact: (ph)294-4921, , home page  

Major (Degree): Computer Engineering (PhD)
Department (College): Electrical & Computer Engineering (Engineering)

Ming is a PhD student in Computer Engineering with an HCI co-major and is working with Julie Dickerson. He has his Masters and Bachelors Degrees in Electronic Engineering. Ming's [more]

Zayira Jordan
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Major (Degree): Human Computer Interaction (PhD)
Department (College): Greenlee School of Journalism and Communication (LAS)

Zayira has an extensive corporate background with over ten years of experience in advertising and public relations in the Caribbean and Latin American markets, both English and Spanish speaking. [more]

Jon Judge
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Major (Degree): Industrial & Agricultural Technology (PhD)
Department (College): Agricultural & Biosystems Engineering (Engineering)

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David Kabala
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Contact: (ph)294-4916, , home page  

Major (Degree): Human Computer Interaction (PhD)
Department (College): Computer Science (LAS)

At an early age David knew he wanted a career in the computing industry. He believes that “virtual reality will affect how we are entertained and how we look [more]

Muthukkumar Kadavasal
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Major (Degree): Mechanical Engineering (PhD)
Department (College): Mechanical Engineering (Engineering)

Muthukkumar is working with Jim Oliver. He is currently working on his Ph.D. For his Masters, he worked with Prof. Abhijit Chandra in the mechanical engineering department. [more]

Vijay Kalivarapu
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Major (Degree): Mechanical Engineering (PhD)
Department (College): Mechanical Engineering (Engineering)

Vijay enjoys challenging research and a growth-oriented, dynamic work environment. As a result, he envisions himself in an organization’s R&D department. His two primary research interests are real-time visualization [more]

Sridher Kaminani
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Major (Degree): Human Computer Interaction (PhD)
Department (College): Mechanical Engineering ()

Manoj Karkee
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Major (Degree): Agricultural Engineering (PhD)
Department (College): Agricultural & Biosystems Engineering (Engineering)

Originally from Nepal, Mr. Karkee is working on his PhD in Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering with a co-major in Human Computer Interaction program. His major Professor is Dr. Brian Steward. [more]

Andrew Koehring
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Major (Degree): Mechanical Engineering (MS)
Department (College): Mechanical Engineering (Engineering)

Andrew is working with Eliot Winer. [more]

Ken Kopecky
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Major (Degree): Mechanical Engineering (PhD)
Department (College): Mechanical Engineering (Engineering)

“My first goal is to master the tools at my disposal, so that my imagination is the only thing that limits me.” Ken has his sights set on a [more]

Patrick Kreymborg
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Major (Degree): Human Computer Interaction (MS)
Department (College): Art and Design (Design)

Pat is originally from Oklahoma but has lived and worked in many different states and countries including Ghana, China, and Russia. He plans to graduate in May 2009 with [more]

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Jesse Lane
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Major (Degree): Human Computer Interaction (PhD)
Department (College): Undeclared ()

Jesse’s double major in computer science and mathematics enables him to target his specific research interest: robotics. He imagined that there were two means of becoming involved in [more]

Dawn Laux
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Major (Degree): Human Computer Interaction (PhD)
Department (College): Logistics, Operations and Mangagement Info Systems (Business)

Dawn is working with Brian Mennecke from the College of Business. She is finishing her MSIS degree in the College of Business while starting her PhD in HCI. [more]

Kyongryun Lee
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Major (Degree): Human Computer Interaction (PhD)
Department (College): Undeclared (N/A)

Kyongryun is from South Korea and earned her master's degree in computer science from ISU before she came to the HCI program to earn her PhD. She is interested [more]

Xuemin Liu
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Major (Degree): Human Computer Interaction (MS)
Department (College): Computer Science (LAS)

Xuemin is working with Dr. Johnny Wong and Dr. Wallapak Tavanapong. She is earning her MS in Computer Science along with her HCI co-major. She received a BS in Mechanical [more]

Andrew Luse
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Major (Degree): Human Computer Interaction (PhD)
Department (College): Logistics, Operations and Mangagement Info Systems (Business)

Andy's research interests include computer and network security and visual interfaces for security systems. He is currently working on projects with Dr. Anthony Townsend, Dr. Kevin Scheibe, and Dr. Brian [more]

Sheng Ly
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Major (Degree): Human Computer Interaction (MS)
Department (College): Architecture (Design)

Sheng earned a B.S. in computer engineering at Iowa State University. His primary interest involves usability and graphical user interfaces with the goal of making technology easier to use and [more]

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William (Eric) Marsh
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Contact: (ph)294-4968, , home page  

Major (Degree): Human Computer Interaction (PhD)
Department (College): -- ()

With a B.S. in Computer Science and a M.S.Egr. in Human Factors Engineering, Eric’s background is a great fit for work in Human Computer Interaction. He believes that computers have [more]

Marisol Martinez Escobar
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Major (Degree): Human Computer Interaction (MS)
Department (College): Mechanical Engineering (Engineering)

Marisol Martinez Escobar is a graduate student pursuing a MS degree in HCI. Marisol met her major professor—Eliot Winer from mechancal engineering—in a class as an undergraduate student at [more]

Elena Maximova
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Major (Degree): Human Computer Interaction (PhD)
Department (College): Logistics, Operations and Mangagement Info Systems (Business)

Elena is working with Anthony Townshend. Her interest in HCI emerged from her interest and training in both theatre and MIS. Her goal is to meaningfully incorporate VR [more]

John McSwain
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Major (Degree): Human Computer Interaction (MS)
Department (College): -- ()

John is originally from Atlanta, GA and is pursuing a graduate certificate and a MS in Human Computer Interaction. John is interested in gaining a mastery of the humanistic perspective [more]

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Brandon Newendorp
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Major (Degree): Human Computer Interaction (MS)
Department (College): -- ()

After completing his B.S. in Computer Engineering at ISU, Brandon decided to develop his interests in user interaction and virtual reality by joining the HCI program. Brandon has spent [more]

Christian Noon
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Major (Degree): Mechanical Engineering (MS)
Department (College): Mechanical Engineering (Engineering)

Christian is working with Eliot Winor. [more]

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Michael Oren
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Major (Degree): Human Computer Interaction (PhD)
Department (College): Geological & Atmospheric Sciences (LAS)

As a former creative writing student, Michael A. Oren is now working towards his MS in human computer interaction. He became interested in HCI because it blends both the humanities [more]

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Catherine Peloquin
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Contact: (ph)294-4969, , home page  

Major (Degree): Mechanical Engineering (MS)
Department (College): Mechanical Engineering (Engineering)

Catherine's interest in mechanical engineering came about as a way to challenge herself and to provide a servce that would benefit many people. She enrolled in HCI because computers [more]

Erin Phillips
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Major (Degree): Human Computer Interaction (PhD)
Department (College): Logistics, Operations and Mangagement Info Systems (Business)

Erin has bachelor’s degrees in Brain and Cognitive Science concentrating in Neuroscience, and Management Science concentrating in Finance, from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. A convergence of his interests and experience [more]

Christopher Pilson
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Contact: (ph)294-8921, , home page  

Major (Degree): Human Computer Interaction (PhD)
Department (College): Psychology (LAS)

Christopher is working with Eric Cooper. [more]

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Alex Renner
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Major (Degree): Industrial Engineering (MS)
Department (College): Industrial & Manufacturing Systems Engineering (Engineering)

Alex works for Eliot Winer. He received his BS ME from Iowa State. As his research interests developed, he realized that it would be important for him to [more]

Michelle Rusch
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Major (Degree): Human Computer Interaction (PhD)
Department (College): Computer Science (LAS)

Michelle has found that working toward a PhD in HCI is a natural bridge between her masters’ work in HCI and her research and professional goals. While the [more]

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Utkarsh Seth
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Major (Degree): Human Computer Interaction (MS)
Department (College): Mechanical Engineering (Engineering)

Utkarsh is working with Judy Vance. He has his Bachelor of Technology degree from B.I.E.T Jhansi, India. On completion of his degree, he worked for Tata Consultancy Services, [more]

Simon Setterstrom
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Major (Degree): Human Computer Interaction (MS)
Department (College): Curriculum and Instruction (Human Sciences)

Simon is from Monroe, Wisconsin and is currently working on his MS in HCI under the direction of Ann Thompson in Curriculum and Instruction. He is also collaborating with professors [more]

Daniel Shipton
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Contact: (ph)294-5289, , home page  

Major (Degree): Human Computer Interaction (MS)
Department (College): Computer Science (LAS)

Daniel's current projects include working on VR Juggler with Dr. Cruz-Neira. [more]

Jivko Sinapov
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Contact: (ph)294-4976, , home page  

Major (Degree): Computer Science (PhD)
Department (College): Computer Science (LAS)

Jivko is working with Alex Stoytchev. [more]

Jeremiah Still
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Major (Degree): Human Computer Interaction (PhD)
Department (College): Psychology (LAS)

Our interaction with computing technologies is going to rapidly change over the next decade. The change will be driven by the exponential growth of technology, which will quickly result in [more]

Tyler Streeter
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Contact: (ph)294-5285, , home page  

Major (Degree): Human Computer Interaction (PhD)
Department (College): Mechanical Engineering (Engineering)

Tyler's long-term goal is to develop scalable, biologically-inspired, general purpose learning systems for real-time control. This involves building effective context representations, selecting actions based on context-dependent value systems, planning future [more]

Matt Swanson
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Major (Degree): Human Computer Interaction (MS)
Department (College): Computer Engineering (Engineering)

Matt is working with Alex Stoytchev. His areas of focus include computer vision and robotics. [more]

Levi Swartzentruber
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Major (Degree): Mechanical Engineering (MS)
Department (College): Mechanical Engineering (Engineering)

Levi is working with Eliot Winer. [more]

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Lin-Shan (Eva) Tao
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Contact: (ph)294-4855, , home page  

Major (Degree): Foodservice And Lodging Management (PhD)
Department (College): Logistics, Operations and Mangagement Info Systems (Business)

Eva was born in Taiwan and is working on a PhD in hospitality management with a co-major in HCI. Her focus is hotel website and customer interaction applying to [more]

Alfred Taylor Sr.
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Major (Degree): Human Computer Interaction (PhD)
Department (College): Computer Science ()

Originally from North Carolina, Alfred chose a degree in ISU's Computer Science program because it allows the opportunity to research multiple humanistic interactions and behaviors with current computer technology. [more]

Janea Triplett
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Major (Degree): Human Computer Interaction (PhD)
Department (College): Logistics, Operations and Mangagement Info Systems ()

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Susana Vidrio-Baron
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Major (Degree): Human Computer Interaction (PhD)
Department (College): Logistics, Operations and Mangagement Info Systems (Business)

Susana is working with Anthony Townshend. She is working on her PhD in HCI. [more]

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Kofi Whitney
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Major (Degree): Human Computer Interaction (PhD)
Department (College): Computer Science (Graduate)

Kofi is from Columbia, S.C., where he completed his B.S. at Benedict College in computer science. Kofi’s interest in interface design is bolstered by his research and industry experiences, [more]

Valerie Williams
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Major (Degree): Human Computer Interaction (MS)
Department (College): -- ()

Valerie is working with Julie Dickerson. [more]

Liangshou Wu
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Contact: (ph)294-5301, , home page  

Major (Degree): Human Computer Interaction (PhD)
Department (College): Electrical Engineering (Engineering)

Originally from China, Liangshou chose a degree in human computer interaction and electrical engineering because it allows him to move forward with his interests in medical imaging and visualization. [more]

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Farrah Yusop
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