SCHOOL OF COMPUTING

School of Computing

WHY COMPUTING AT SOUTHERN?

The School of Computing facilitates hands-on learning in the cutting-edge world of technology, robotics, and computers.

Programs incorporate opportunities for students to develop software and hardware for high-tech electronics and robotics.

ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY

The state-of-the-art embedded systems lab includes the most advanced test and measurement technology available.

CAREER OPTIONS

Graduates are prepared for a wide range of computing professions, including information technology, project management, database administration, network administration, software development, and hardware development.

IN-DEMAND FIELD

Southern's Computing graduates are in demand, with a job placement rate above 95 percent.

ACCELERATE YOUR CAREER

The five-year BS/MS dual degree offers a unique opportunity to get ahead in the industry.

GOING PLACES

Our graduates work at Google, Microsoft, NASA, Intel, Lockheed Martin, the General Conference of Seventh-day Adventists, and have entered quality PhD programs.

EXPLORE MAJORS AND MINORS

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Inside the Classroom

What our students think about what they are learning inside the classroom

Rhett Sietz

"Last semester I took the class Software Evaluation. At first, I didn't know what to expect. Honestly, I had the same mindset a lot of students have when entering a course they're unfamiliar with: Let me just get this class out of the way. But by the end, this class surprised me. One of the biggest ways I grew academically was through a semester-long project where I teamed up with another classmate to evaluate Southern's Learning Management System (currently Moodie). We explored modern LMS alternatives like Canvas, Blackboard, Brlghtspace, TalentLMS, and Docebo-digging into pricing, performance, security, accessibility, and user experience. We backed up our findings with decision matrices, cost models, student and faculty feedback, one big yUML diagram, and a full set of functional requirements. We even reached out to vendors, conducted interviews, and analyzed the total cost of ownership. It was eye-opening to see how much goes into making a well-informed technology decision at the university level. And my favorite part? Presenting our findings in front of the class. I've always had a passion for public speaking, and it felt great to share a project I was proud of and invested in. This project taught me how to blend technical analysis, stakeholder feedback, and cost-benefit thinking into a practical recommendation—something that's incredibly valuable in both business and tech, but often overlooked. Special thanks to Professor Robert Ordoñez for guiding us through this process!"

Beyond the Classroom

Academic programs are complemented with practical learning experiences in the community and beyond.

Center for Innovation and Research in Computing

The campus' Center for Innovation and Research in Computing employs students for real-world research and development projects performed for businesses.
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Computing Club 2025

Connect socially with other students interested in computers and gain practical experiences through club projects. Computer Club activities include robot building and community service events.

Alumni Voices

Alumni discuss how the Computing program at Southern prepared them for fulfilling jobs after graduation, and set them up for success in roles with high degrees of responsibility and influence in their organizations.