Category: Announcements

Behind Nobel-winning IceCube discoveries, decades of high-throughput computing

UW–Madison and Morgridge Institute researchers have supported Francis Halzen’s work long before IceCube existed — an exemplar of computing collaborations that have now contributed to four Nobel Prize-winning efforts.

College of Computing & Artificial Intelligence co-leads College of Engineering initiative to advance embodied AI

Bilge Mutlu, the Stephen Wright Professor of Computer Sciences and a researcher in human-robot interaction, will co-lead the campus-wide research initiative.

Shannon Timm named chief advancement officer and chief of staff for UW–Madison College of Computing & Artificial Intelligence

As a close advisor to Founding Dean Remzi Arpaci-Dusseau, Timm will help set priorities, coordinate major initiatives, and connect work across the organization.

Jonathan Wolf named chief financial officer for UW–Madison College of Computing & Artificial Intelligence

Wolf will work with college and department leadership on budgeting, resource allocation and long-term financial planning as the college continues to grow.

Mike Swift named associate dean for academic affairs for UW–Madison College of Computing & Artificial Intelligence

A Vilas Distinguished Achievement Professor of Computer Sciences, Swift will oversee the academic mission, including programs, admissions, career services, and beyond.

Emilee Rader named associate dean for faculty affairs for UW–Madison College of Computing & Artificial Intelligence

A professor of the Information School, Rader will lead support faculty and develop the college-level policies, processes, and programs that underpin faculty success.

Patrick McDaniel named associate dean for research for UW–Madison College of Computing & Artificial Intelligence

The Tsun-Ming Shih Professor of Computer Sciences, McDaniel will lead CAI’s research enterprise amidst a a tech revolution in artificial intelligence and computing.

Bret Larget named associate dean for curriculum and interdisciplinary initiatives for UW–Madison College of Computing & Artificial Intelligence

A professor and former chair of the Department of Statistics, Larget will provide leadership for curriculum and academic programs across CAI.

Morgridge Hall recognized for design excellence by AIA Wisconsin

The American Institute of Architects Wisconsin recognized Morgridge Hall, home of the College of Computing & Artificial Intelligence, with a 2026 Merit Award for design excellence. The annual awards celebrate outstanding architecture.

NSF announces $24.5M investment to accelerate AI-driven science

"FabAID" will connect the nation's researchers, data, cyberinfrastructure, and computing resources to drive innovation in areas like cybersecurity and beyond.