Why Study Computing at Kenyon?
If you like crossing disciplines to make new and insightful connections, consider the Program in Computing at Kenyon. The program integrates the study of computer science with computational strategies to engage with complex questions in the natural sciences, arts and humanities and social sciences. Students complete courses in computer program development, mathematical modeling, data visualization and analysis, and computer hardware integration.
Featured Courses
Introduction to Programming
This course presents an introduction to computer programming intended both for those who plan to take further courses in which a strong background in computation is desirable and for those who are interested in learning basic programming principles. The principles of program structure and style are emphasized.
Creative Coding
Explore the technical and aesthetic foundations of generative art in this coding-focused humanities course. Using p5.js, students translate visual ideas into code, experiment with color, form, and interaction, and situate their work within the history and theory of algorithmic and digital art.
Statistics in Sports
Stats and sports are deeply intertwined. In this course, students examine questions including: Are there unusual patterns in the performance of “steroid sluggers” like Barry Bonds or pitchers like Roger Clemens? What’s the impact of a penalty kick in soccer? How important is “home field advantage” in football?
Software Development
Gain experience designing, implementing, testing and debugging software. Primarily using C++ but also Javascript and other languages as needed, we will craft quality code, design and implement effective user interfaces, and build multicomponent architectures using both off-the-shelf and custom code.
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Hosted by the Provost's Office, the Program in Computing and the Information Technology Department, the summit provides Kenyon with an opportunity to lead with clarity and purpose as artificial intelligence rapidly reshapes teaching, research and creative work.
Interdisciplinary by Design
Computing students explore how advances in computational methods are transforming other disciplines and the questions those disciplines can ask.
Kenyon College
Gambier, Ohio 43022