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Computer Science Department

Meet the Department Chair

Associate Professor and Department Chair

About the Computer Science Major/Minor

A degree in Computer Science from McDaniel College provides a comprehensive education in the fundamentals of computing, including core topics such as algorithms, logic, mathematics and linguistics, as well as related disciplines like engineering and philosophy.

Students will be taught problem solving skills and develop critical thinking through hands-on experience in Mac and PC labs; our new Computer Science Server Lab will also give students the opportunity to work with networks and create unique projects. With this knowledge base, graduates are prepared to pursue graduate studies or a career software development.

Photo of professor Paul Lin speaking with students at a computer.

Meet the Department Chair Paul Lin, Ph.D. A computer scientist who believes a liberal arts skillset can make a difference personally and globally.

"Computer Science is a fun subject to learn and its applications are wide-ranging. Computers have become the de facto tools when it comes to problem-solving in almost all fields of studies. No matter what profession you are pursuing, the bits and bytes you learn from a Computer Science course will enrich your field of study and broaden your career path."

Plans underway to establish new School of Business and Technology at McDaniel

McDaniel College President Julia Jasken has announced the creation of the college’s first comprehensive school, a new School of Business and Technology, which is targeted to open as early as fall 2027. McDaniel is launching a national search for the inaugural dean of the School of Business and Technology, along with a new Endowed Professor of Computer Science and Technology Innovation.

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McDaniel College names inaugural dean of new School of Business and Technology

Leonard Arvi, Ph.D., who most recently served as department chairperson of Finance for the Franklin P. Perdue School of Business at Salisbury University, has been selected as the inaugural dean of McDaniel’s new School of Business and Technology following a national search. He assumes the role at McDaniel for the fall 2026 semester, effective Aug. 1.

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