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 This program is suspended for the 2006-07 academic year.
The computer science major provides a firm base in algorithms and problem solving, a mathematical background to develop reasoning abilities, subsequent exposure to the foundations of computing, exploration of computer systems from multiple perspectives, and an introduction to specific areas of computer science research and development.
Classes are small, so students can expect individual attention. Introductory classes typically have 15 to 25 students, while upper-level classes have 3 to 10.
Seniors are assessed in their ability to design a computer system to solve a real-world problem and present their results at the Natural Sciences and Mathematics Division Science Seminar.
Graduates of the computer science program are candidates for graduate school in computer science and for careers in programming, systems analysis and design, and software engineering
Facilities
 Students have unrestricted access to sophisticated labs and resources in the Dana Science Building when classes are not in session. Dana also houses classrooms, faculty offices, and study rooms. On campus, there are six computer labs for students, five are open 24 hours a day. Teaching labs are fully equipped with individual workstations, an instructor's station, overhead projection system, full audio and visual capabilities, as well as the most popular software packages and full Internet access.
Computers across the curriculum
At Hollins, computers are for everyone. Computers and other devices are linked via a sophisticated high-speed fiber optic network that connects most administrative and academic buildings and student residences. This campus-wide network offers easy access to word processing, foreign languages, programming languages, and office software. The network also provides access to the Internet, allowing the Hollins community to send and receive e-mail, exchange documents, and share a wealth of resources (databases, online library catalogs, academic research, and thousands of other topics) available in cyberspace. The Wyndham Robertson Library's catalog is also available on the network, and Hollinsnet (an intranet) provides campus information -- everything from addresses and phone numbers to course syllabi and dining hall menus.
 Faculty
Richard Carr, lecturer; B.A., Mary Baldwin College; M.A.L.S., Hollins University.
Nancy Healy, assistant professor of computer science; B.A., Randolph-Macon Woman's College; M.A.L.S., Hollins College
Internships test interests and build resumes
Each January Short Term, many Hollins students get real-world experience through internships. Some travel to other cities (Washington, D.C., and New York City are popular destinations); some choose to stay in Roanoke, a metropolitan area of 225,000. Roanoke offers many internship possibilities at banks, investment firms, insurance companies, secondary schools, and other large corporations and agencies such as General Electric and the Shenandoah Life Insurance Company.
Hollins graduates: Where are they now?
Here's a sample of job placements of computer science students:
- Financial systems specialist, Carilion Health Systems
- Programmer/analyst, Atlantic Mutual Companies
- Production control supervisor, ALCOA
- Project manager, Digital Equipment Corporation
- Engineer, Hewlett-Packard
- Microcomputer coordinator, Washington & Lee University
- Analyst, Center for Naval Analysis
- Candidate for the master's degree in computer science, Wake Forest University
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