Student Award Program
The OSU Computer Science Department is proud to introduce the Student Award Program where we recognize Computer Science students for their efforts in education, research, and leadership. All awards will be based on student criteria from the year 2020.
Award Program Purpose: To recognize Computer Science undergraduate students (Junior/Senior) and graduate students for academic excellence, research, and leadership within our department’s research and academic communities.
Questions: If you have any questions please contact Dr. R. Shamsuddin at this email address.
(The award application process for 2021 is now closed. We will open applications for 2022 soon)
There are three different Student Awards. All applications are due April 1, 2021 at 4:00 pm. Following is the name and a brief description of each award.
Outstanding Computer Science Scholar Award
The Outstanding Computer Science Scholar Award is given to students who show exceptional promise for achievement as evidenced by their GPA. This award is decided by the CS Departmental Scholarship Committee.
Why participate?
- The student’s photo will be displayed on the CS departmental Honors Wall.
- The student will be recognized on the CS departmental website.
- The student can include the award on their resume.
Outstanding Computer Science Researcher Award
The Outstanding Computer Science Researcher Award recognizes students who show outstanding research potential in the area of computer science research.
Why participate?
- The student’s photo will be displayed on the CS departmental Honors Wall.
- The student will be recognized on the CS departmental website.
- The student can include the award on their resume.
- PhD students will also get some monetary benefit that will count towards conference registration.
Oustanding Computer Science Leadership Student Award
The Outstanding Computer Science Leadership Award recognizes students who show exceptional leadership skills. This should include club membership and engagement in department events.
Why participate?
- The student’s photo will be displayed on the CS departmental Honors Wall.
- The student will be recognized on the CS departmental website.
- The student can include the award on their resume.
