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Oct5
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lessGet informed on wether a CS Ph.D. is for you. Discussion lead by Professor Fabian Bustamante.
TIME Thursday, October 5, 2023 at 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
LOCATION 3514, Mudd Hall ( formerly Seeley G. Mudd Library) map it
CONTACT Bella Barrios marbella.barrios@northwestern.edu EMAIL
CALENDAR Department of Computer Science (CS)
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Oct10
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lessTBA
TIME Tuesday, October 10, 2023 at 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
CONTACT Wynante R Charles wynante.charles@northwestern.edu EMAIL
CALENDAR Department of Computer Science (CS)
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Oct11
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lessWednesday // CS Colloquium
October 11th // 12:00 PM cst
Mudd 3514Speaker
Gabriela Marcu, University of MichiganTitle
Robots and Opioids: Understanding How Communities Want to Deploy Technologies for their SafetyAbstract
In this talk, I will share two qualitative analyses focused on community perspectives of technological innovations designed for their safety. The first project is a photo elicitation study, in which we interviewed people about their perceptions of and attitudes toward security robots. We learned about what people expect these robots can do, how they would want them to be used, and fears about potential risks and consequences of their use. In the second project, we developed a location-based app to facilitate layperson response to opioid overdoses. In a yearlong field trial within one Philadelphia neighborhood, 112 participants signaled over 200 suspected overdoses, and administered the overdose reversal drug naloxone 74 times. Qualitative findings indicate that a lack of trust in professional response services, and experiences of marginalization, fueled participation in a community-based effort to help one another. Moreover, shared experiences of loss and trauma around the opioid crisis motivated app use that was markedly prosocial. Across both of these projects, I discuss the role of technologies in helping people feel safe in their communities, and critical ways in which community input can shape how we design and deploy them.Biography
Gabriela Marcu is an Assistant Professor in the School of Information at the University of Michigan. Her research focuses on designing and evaluating use of systems for health and wellbeing, especially among marginalized populations. She works to understand uses and impacts of technology through qualitative methods, participatory design, community-based approaches, and deployment studies. She also champions undergraduate research, and has been the recipient of undergraduate research mentoring awards from the National Center for Women and IT, and the Council on Undergraduate Research. She holds a Ph.D. in Human-Computer Interaction from Carnegie Mellon University, and a B.S. in Informatics from the University of California, Irvine.TIME Wednesday, October 11, 2023 at 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
LOCATION 3514, Mudd Hall ( formerly Seeley G. Mudd Library) map it
CONTACT Wynante R Charles wynante.charles@northwestern.edu EMAIL
CALENDAR Department of Computer Science (CS)
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Oct12
EVENT DETAILSmore info
lessWe are happy to announce the IDEAL Fall 2023 Special Program on Trustworthy and Reliable Data Science. The special program has an exciting series of workshops, courses, seminars and other activities.
'Trustworthiness in the Presence of Adversaries and Strategic Agents in ML' workshop will be on Thursday, October 12th at the third floor of Mudd Library, room 3514.
Tentative schedule:
9:20-9:30AM CT Opening remarks
9:30-10:00AM CT Han Zhao (UIUC)
10:00-10:30AM CT Bo Li (UChicago)
10:30-11:00AM CT Break
11:00-11:30AM CT Pranjal Awasthi (Google)
11:30AM-12:00PM CT Nati Srebro (TTIC)
12:00-1:30PM CT Lunch
1:30-2:30PM CT Student and Postdoc talks: Han Shao, Naren Manoj, Arman Behnam, Saba Ahmadi
2:30-3:00PM Break
3:00-3:30PM CT Haifeng Xu (UChicago)
3:30-4:00PM CT Ren Wang (IIT)
4:00-4:30PM CT Open discussionTIME Thursday, October 12, 2023 at 9:15 AM - 4:30 PM
LOCATION Mudd 3514, Mudd Hall ( formerly Seeley G. Mudd Library) map it
CONTACT IDEAL admin@ideal.northwestern.edu EMAIL
CALENDAR Department of Computer Science (CS)
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Oct12
EVENT DETAILS
lessLearn the application process for the CS graduate program. Discussion led by Professor Michael Rubenstein.
TIME Thursday, October 12, 2023 at 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
LOCATION 3514, Mudd Hall ( formerly Seeley G. Mudd Library) map it
CONTACT Bella Barrios marbella.barrios@northwestern.edu EMAIL
CALENDAR Department of Computer Science (CS)
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Oct16
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lessMonday / ME/CS Seminar
October 16th / 3:00 PMTitle
Human Autonomy through Robotics AutonomyAbstract
As need increases, access decreases. It is a paradox that as motor
impairment becomes more severe, so does the need for assistance
become more acute, and yet assistive machines also become less and less
accessible to operate with independence. My lab addresses this paradox
by incorporating robotics autonomy and intelligence into machines that
enable mobility and manipulation: leveraging robotics autonomy, to
advance human autonomy. Achieving the correct allocation of control
between the human and the autonomy is essential, and critical for
adoption. The allocation must be responsive to individual abilities and
preferences, that moreover can be changing over time, and robust to
human-machine information flow that is filtered and masked by motor
impairment and control interface. In this talk, I will discuss these
challenges, overview a sampling of ongoing projects and studies within
my lab, and highlight our recent development of interface-aware robotic
intelligence.TIME Monday, October 16, 2023 at 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
LOCATION Technological Institute map it
CONTACT Wynante R Charles wynante.charles@northwestern.edu EMAIL
CALENDAR Department of Computer Science (CS)
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Oct18
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lessWednesday / CS Seminar
October 18th / 12:00 PM
Hybrid / Mudd 3514Title
"Towards Exploitability Assessment"Abstract
The development of static and dynamic analysis tools significantly improves security analysts' capability in finding software bugs. However, security analysts lack effective, efficient methods to determine the exploitability for the identified bugs. Today, security analysts heavily rely upon their own expertise and experience in exploitability assessment. As a result, the bugs not yet demonstrated exploitability may not result from their unexploitability. Our past research indicates that determining exploitability requires tackling three critical technical challenges – (1) tracking down useful exploitation primitives, (2) bypassing exploit mitigation and protection commonly deployed, and (3) preventing unexpected program termination. In this talk, I will discuss a series of technical approaches to ease the development of working exploits and escalate the capability of a security analyst in assessing exploitability for vulnerabilities.Biography
Xinyu Xing is an Associate Professor at Northwestern University and co-founder of Sec3. His research interest includes exploring, designing, and developing new techniques to assess and robustify software. In addition, he is also interested in exploring AI techniques to facilitate and empower cybersecurity analysis. His past research has been featured by many mainstream media, such as Technology Review, New Scientists, and NYTimes, etc. His research is supported by NSF, DARAP, ONR, NAS, and several industry partners. He is a recipient of the NSF CAREER Award , Amazon Research Award, ACM CCS Outstanding Paper Award, and ACSAC best paper award.TIME Wednesday, October 18, 2023 at 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
LOCATION 3514, Mudd Hall ( formerly Seeley G. Mudd Library) map it
CONTACT Wynante R Charles wynante.charles@northwestern.edu EMAIL
CALENDAR Department of Computer Science (CS)
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Oct20
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lessApplication for degree due to The Graduate School to receive a degree in Fall Quarter
TIME Friday, October 20, 2023
CONTACT Office of the Registrar nu-registrar@northwestern.edu EMAIL
CALENDAR University Academic Calendar
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Oct23
EVENT DETAILS
lessTBD
TIME Monday, October 23, 2023 at 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
LOCATION 3514, Mudd Hall ( formerly Seeley G. Mudd Library) map it
CONTACT Wynante R Charles wynante.charles@northwestern.edu EMAIL
CALENDAR Department of Computer Science (CS)
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Oct24
EVENT DETAILS
lessTBA
TIME Tuesday, October 24, 2023 at 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
CONTACT Wynante R Charles wynante.charles@northwestern.edu EMAIL
CALENDAR Department of Computer Science (CS)
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Oct25
EVENT DETAILS
lessTBD
TIME Wednesday, October 25, 2023 at 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
LOCATION 3514, Mudd Hall ( formerly Seeley G. Mudd Library) map it
CONTACT Wynante R Charles wynante.charles@northwestern.edu EMAIL
CALENDAR Department of Computer Science (CS)
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Oct26
EVENT DETAILSmore info
lessWe are happy to announce the IDEAL Fall 2023 Special Program on Trustworthy and Reliable Data Science. The special program has an exciting series of workshops, courses, seminars and other activities.
'Trust Perspectives in Machine Learning, Law, and Public Policy' workshop will be on Thursday, October 26th and Friday, October 27th at Mudd Library 3rd floor, 3514. For more information: click here.TIME Thursday, October 26, 2023 at 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
LOCATION Mudd 3514, Mudd Hall ( formerly Seeley G. Mudd Library) map it
CONTACT IDEAL admin@ideal.northwestern.edu EMAIL
CALENDAR Department of Computer Science (CS)
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Oct26
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lessTBD
TIME Thursday, October 26, 2023 at 9:30 AM - 10:30 PM
CONTACT Wynante R Charles wynante.charles@northwestern.edu EMAIL
CALENDAR Department of Computer Science (CS)
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Oct27
EVENT DETAILSmore info
lessWe are happy to announce the IDEAL Fall 2023 Special Program on Trustworthy and Reliable Data Science. The special program has an exciting series of workshops, courses, seminars and other activities.
'Trust Perspectives in Machine Learning, Law, and Public Policy' workshop will be on Thursday, October 26th and Friday, October 27th at Mudd Library 3rd floor, 3514. For more information: click here.TIME Friday, October 27, 2023 at 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
LOCATION Mudd 3514, Mudd Hall ( formerly Seeley G. Mudd Library) map it
CONTACT IDEAL admin@ideal.northwestern.edu EMAIL
CALENDAR Department of Computer Science (CS)
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Oct28
EVENT DETAILSmore info
lessthirteenth RacketCon
October 28-29, 2023
Northwestern University
Evanston, IL, USATIME Saturday, October 28, 2023 at 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
LOCATION Ryan Auditorium, Technological Institute map it
CONTACT Wynante R Charles wynante.charles@northwestern.edu EMAIL
CALENDAR Department of Computer Science (CS)
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Oct29
EVENT DETAILSmore info
lessthirteenth RacketCon
October 28-29, 2023
Northwestern University
Evanston, IL, USATIME Sunday, October 29, 2023 at 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
LOCATION Ryan Auditorium, Technological Institute map it
CONTACT Wynante R Charles wynante.charles@northwestern.edu EMAIL
CALENDAR Department of Computer Science (CS)
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Nov1
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lessMeet with CS academic advisors, professors, and seniors who can help you prepare for Winter class registration.
TIME Wednesday, November 1, 2023 at 12:00 PM - 1:15 PM
LOCATION Ford Design Studio 1 Rm 1230, Technological Institute map it
CONTACT Bella Barrios marbella.barrios@northwestern.edu EMAIL
CALENDAR Department of Computer Science (CS)
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Nov1
EVENT DETAILS
lessTBD
TIME Wednesday, November 1, 2023 at 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
LOCATION 3514, Mudd Hall ( formerly Seeley G. Mudd Library) map it
CONTACT Wynante R Charles wynante.charles@northwestern.edu EMAIL
CALENDAR Department of Computer Science (CS)
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Nov6
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lessPre-registration for Winter Quarter begins
TIME Monday, November 6, 2023
CONTACT Office of the Registrar nu-registrar@northwestern.edu EMAIL
CALENDAR University Academic Calendar
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Nov6
EVENT DETAILS
lessTBD
TIME Monday, November 6, 2023 at 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
LOCATION 3514, Mudd Hall ( formerly Seeley G. Mudd Library) map it
CONTACT Wynante R Charles wynante.charles@northwestern.edu EMAIL
CALENDAR Department of Computer Science (CS)
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Nov13
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lessRegistration for Winter 2024 begins
TIME Monday, November 13, 2023
CONTACT Office of the Registrar nu-registrar@northwestern.edu EMAIL
CALENDAR University Academic Calendar
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Nov14
EVENT DETAILS
lessTBA
TIME Tuesday, November 14, 2023 at 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
CONTACT Wynante R Charles wynante.charles@northwestern.edu EMAIL
CALENDAR Department of Computer Science (CS)
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Nov16
EVENT DETAILSmore info
lessWe are happy to announce the IDEAL Fall 2023 Special Program on Trustworthy and Reliable Data Science. The special program has an exciting series of workshops, courses, seminars and other activities.
'New Perspectives on Data Science with Imperfect Data' workshop will be on Thursday, November 16th on Mudd Library 3rd floor, 3514. For more information: click here.TIME Thursday, November 16, 2023 at 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
LOCATION Mudd 3514, Mudd Hall ( formerly Seeley G. Mudd Library) map it
CONTACT IDEAL admin@ideal.northwestern.edu EMAIL
CALENDAR Department of Computer Science (CS)
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Nov22
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lessThanksgiving vacation begins 6:00 pm
TIME Wednesday, November 22, 2023
CONTACT Office of the Registrar nu-registrar@northwestern.edu EMAIL
CALENDAR University Academic Calendar
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Nov27
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lessFall classes resume
TIME Monday, November 27, 2023
CONTACT Office of the Registrar nu-registrar@northwestern.edu EMAIL
CALENDAR University Academic Calendar
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Nov30
EVENT DETAILS
lessTBD
TIME Thursday, November 30, 2023 at 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
CONTACT Wynante R Charles wynante.charles@northwestern.edu EMAIL
CALENDAR Department of Computer Science (CS)
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Dec2
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lessFall Classes End
TIME Saturday, December 2, 2023
CONTACT Office of the Registrar nu-registrar@northwestern.edu EMAIL
CALENDAR University Academic Calendar