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Department of Computer Science: Engineering Our Digital Future
At the heart of Hampton’s digital transformation is the Department
of Computer Science, where strategic philanthropy ignites student
success. This year, the department secured $141,000 in grants from
Google and Lockheed Martin, and NSF CyberCorps scholarships fully
funded 10 students pursuing cybersecurity careers.
A total of 219 students, including 16 research fellows, benefited from
upgraded labs and mentoring from alumni working at Google, Leidos,
and Deloitte. Pre-college initiatives, supported by NSF and Lockheed
Martin, introduced 33 high school students to the power of coding
and design thinking.
Through corporate partnerships and alumni engagement, the
department is preparing students to lead in an increasingly digital
world, and to sustain Hampton’s innovation legacy.
Protecting our environment. Ranked among the top marine-focused
programs at Historically Black Colleges and Universities, MES
prepares students for careers in marine biology, oceanography,
environmental law, and more.
Department of Marine and Environmental Science:
A Rising Tide of Research
The Department of Marine and Environmental
Science (MES) continues to lead in environmental
conservation and research, securing new grants
and partnerships to advance sustainability and
climate awareness. All four MES faculty obtained
federal grants and major gifts for scholarships,
start-up funds, and specialized equipment, while
the Brownies Outdoors Club received $1,200 from
the National Park Trust to expand outdoor learning
opportunities.
Students participated in scuba certification, field
research, and professional conferences, while
alumni facilitated internships at NASA and the
Virginia Aquarium. With long-term partnerships with
the Chesapeake Bay Foundation and the Virginia
Aquarium, MES provides hands-on learning that
connects science to service.
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