Computational Science Center
What is computational science?
Computational science is a field concerned with using computational methods to solve problems and explore data. We interpret this broadly as the use of computing across disciplines for a variety of applications, including academic research, creative inquiry, and artistic expression.
Our values
- Thinking critically about the role of technology and computation in society
- Accessibility and inclusion, in computational fields, practice, and pedagogy
- Interdisciplinary applications of computational methods
Participate & Engage
We host educational and social events open to the entire Barnard community. Our workshops are open to people from all fields who are curious about learning new programming languages and applications of computing in varying contexts, including working with data, web development and accessibility, interactive visualizations, and machine learning. Our social events create a sense of community for students, staff and faculty interested in computational science.
Spaces for Community & Collaboration
CSC Classroom (Milstein 516): In addition to a state-of-the-art computer lab, this classroom has a Visualization Wall which promotes interactive learning. The classroom is also open to students as a workspace when not in use during class time.
CSC Social Space (Milstein 514): Home to many CSC and Computer Science social events, our lounge is also the perfect place to take a study break. The space has tables, couches, and a large chalkboard.
Community partners: Through its external collaborations and partnerships (like the Guggenheim Innovation Lab, CryptoHarlem, All Tech is Human, and more), the CSC connects Barnard students to the intersections of technology, art, and public life. These partnerships invite students to think critically about computing's role in cultural institutions – opening pathways to opportunities where tech and the humanities meet.
Upcoming Events
News
The Barnard graduate became the first Chinese woman in the U.S. to earn a doctorate.
Barnard College has been recognized as a top producing institution for the Benjamin Gilman International Scholarship, which supports Pell Grant recipients studying abroad.
Students from Barnard College earned prestigious Fulbright grants to pursue research projects and teach English in countries around the world.
Come By & Say Hi!
We're located on the fifth floor of the Milstein Center for Teaching & Learning.