Cristian Rivera, Sri Bhargava Bhamidi, Utkarsh Kumar, Founding Dean Jinjun Xiong, and Aashish Dhakal are pictured with the two Tenstorrent GPUs.
November 6, 2026

Research gift helps UT San Antonio advance AI computing innovation

A research gift from Tenstorrent is supporting Founding Dean Jinjun Xiong and his student researchers as they explore ways to make AI computing more efficient, affordable and accessible.

Collaborative universities who assisted in the creation of the ebook.
November 4, 2026

UT San Antonio professor leads effort to modernize introductory Computer Science education

Professor Sushil Prasad is helping modernize introductory computer science education with new teaching tools that reflect today's computing technologies.

Ramin and Amin Sahba, PhDs
November 2, 2026

Faculty Fellowship Initiative Teaches Students to Challenge AI

Two Computer Science faculty members received a teaching fellowship to help students question AI-generated answers and strengthen their critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Rita Mitra talks to a student in her classroom.
November 1, 2026

The music behind the method: How Rita Mitra brings performance principles to the classroom

From concert halls to classrooms, Regents' Outstanding Teaching Award recipient Rita Mitra draws on her musical background to inspire critical thinking, creativity and student success.

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October 28, 2026

MATRIX AI director joins World Economic Forum council on next-generation computing

UT San Antonio's MATRIX AI Consortium director is among 19 global experts selected to shape the future of computing through the World Economic Forum.

An industry professional talking to a student at Rowdy CyberCon 2025.
October 26, 2026

Rowdy CyberCon

Students from across the region will explore cybersecurity careers, build hands-on skills and connect with industry professionals at the student-led Rowdy CyberCon on Nov. 7.

Matthew Mateo stands in front of the Neuralink sign holding a fake skull with part of the brain exposed.
October 21, 2026

Computer science student takes engineering skills to Neuralink

A UT San Antonio computer science student is putting classroom skills to work at Neuralink, helping develop technology for brain implants.

Four students sitting with their laptops at the RowdyHacks event.
October 12, 2026

RowdyHacks challenges students to build tech solutions in 24 hours

Nearly 400 students gathered for RowdyHacks XII, showcasing their creativity, technical skills and teamwork while tackling real-world challenges.

Person using laptop with prompt, AI, media, chatbot, and automation icons representing content creation, smart generation, and digital
September 23, 2026

Keeping the code safe: How UT San Antonio students are learning to build a safer AI

UT San Antonio students are learning to spot and fix security risks in AI-generated code through a new NSF-funded project.

Faculty and students sitting with their laptops
September 17, 2026

NVIDIA workshop gives students hands-on agentic AI training

UT San Antonio students gained hands-on experience building AI agents during a full-day NVIDIA Deep Learning Institute workshop at San Pedro II.

Anthony Rios introduces students to present their research
September 16, 2026

Solving real-world challenges with data, AI and machine learning

College of AI, Cyber and Computing graduate students are using data, AI and machine learning to turn real-world challenges into practical solutions.

Eight faculty members posing for a picture
September 9, 2026

College faculty earn tenure, promotions

Fourteen College of AI, Cyber and Computing faculty members earned tenure or promotions this fall.

Six students standing along the San Pedro Creek with San Pedro II in the distance.
September 4, 2026

University and community resources help College of AI, Cyber and Computing students begin new chapter downtown

College of AI, Cyber and Computing students are settling into their new downtown home with resources and support to help them succeed.

Two students walking across San Pedro Creek in front of San Pedro I.
August 31, 2026

New and enhanced services help create a more connected downtown experience

From housing and transportation to dining, safety and student support, new and expanded services are making it easier for Roadrunners to live, learn and connect across UT San Antonio's Downtown Campus.

Four students sitting at a table appear to be studying.
August 26, 2026

USAA Student Success Center prepares students for life beyond the classroom

The USAA Student Success Center connects students with resources, experiences and opportunities that support their academic and career goals.

Brookelynn Meador runs to high five softball Head Coach Vann Stuedeman.
August 10, 2026

A winning combination

A collaboration between the College of AI, Cyber and Computing and UTSA Athletics is harnessing data science to inform decisions on and off the field.

College of AI, Cyber and Computing students with a Meals on Wheels mentor
July 30, 2026

UT San Antonio students mapping the future of Meals on Wheels

College of AI, Cyber and Computing students are helping Meals on Wheels use data to better understand community needs and prepare for future demand.

College of AI, Cyber and Computing Summer Symposium 2026
July 29, 2026

Student research takes center stage at Summer Symposium

College of AI, Cyber and Computing students showcased research addressing real-world challenges in health care, technology and sustainability at the Summer Symposium 2026.

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July 24, 2026

NVIDIA grant advances AI research and student Learning

An NVIDIA Academic Grant is providing advanced AI computing resources to support research and hands-on student learning in the College of AI, Cyber and Computing.





















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April 30, 2026

University Excellence Awards

Faculty and staff from the College of AI, Cyber and Computing were recognized at the annual University Excellence Awards, which celebrate outstanding achievements in teaching, research, service and leadership across UT San Antonio.



A team of students demonstrating their autonomous robotics project.
April 16, 2026

Freshman team puts UT San Antonio on global stage with autonomous robotics

A multidisciplinary team earned global recognition after their autonomous robotics project, RoboRowdy, was selected from more than 1,900 entries.

Recipients pose in fron to the Graduate School banner holding their certificates.
April 10, 2026

Graduate School Excellence Awards

College of AI, Cyber and Computing faculty, staff and students earn top honors during Graduate Student Appreciation Week for their impact on graduate education and student success.

Computer Science students sitting in a research lab during a discussion.
April 9, 2026

The College of AI, Cyber and Computing appears among UT San Antonio’s nationally ranked graduate programs

The College of AI, Cyber and Computing is represented among UT San Antonio's nationally ranked graduate programs.








Yolanda Gutierrez
January 16, 2026

Yolanda Gutierrez joins the College of AI, Cyber and Computing

College of AI, Cyber and Computing


Anthony Quintero, Graduate
December 15, 2025

Cybersecurity graduate prepares for service and graduate study in inaugural College of AI, Cyber and Computing class

From Bold Scholar to inaugural graduate, Anthony Quintero is charting a future in cybersecurity that includes military service and graduate study.













headache cureboard cohort
June 3, 2025

Headache Cure Board wraps up successful first semester

School of Data Science



mercedes alejandro
May 13, 2025

Mercedes Alejandro: BS Computer Science

School of Data Science
From coding robots to a career in tech, Mercedes Alejandro’s journey at UTSA is one of passion and resilience.


Draper Competition 2024
May 8, 2025

Ella Pusey: BBA Cybersecurity; BBA Information Systems and Technology

School of Data Science
Graduating with two degrees and leading a marching band, Ella Pusey’s journey at UTSA is a story of ambition, leadership, and success.


Goldwater Scholarship
April 16, 2025

Four UTSA students win prestigious Goldwater Scholarships

UTSA Office of Nationally Competitive Awards

Associate Professor Yuanxiong Guo
April 16, 2025

Alvarez Faculty Member Secures Department of Energy Grant

Yuanxiong (Richard) Guo, associate professor of information systems and cyber security in the Carlos Alvarez College of Business at UTSA, has been awarded a $520,000 grant as part of a $3.2 million project funded by the U.S. Department of Energy.


April 10, 2025

UTSA research shaping future of accessible virtual reality

UTSA Office of University Strategic Communications

April 9, 2025

John Quarles: Expanding access to the benefits of virtual reality

Academic Strategic Communications
That's where our research really fits — it’s kind of at the intersection of virtual reality and augmented reality, and deep learning, AI and computer vision. The intention is to advance VR, and to make VR better.

April 7, 2025

UTSA researchers investigate AI threats in software development

UTSA Office of University Strategic Communications


CIS 1st Cohort
March 14, 2025

CIS Students Announced

School of Data Science
Selected Students Announced for Second Annual Community Innovation Scholars Program

Draper Competition 2024
March 3, 2025

Draper Teams Announced

School of Data Science
Eight teams. Three countries. One competition. Student entrepreneurs from Canada, Mexico, and the United States are set to face off in the Draper Competition.

Nonprofit partners
March 2, 2025

SDS Nonprofit Partners

The School of Data Science has announced its nonprofit partners for its growing Community Innovation Scholars program.

Lindsey Davis, UTSA Softball
February 18, 2025

Grit and Wisdom: UTSA Softball’s Lindsey Davis

UTSA Office of Research
The moment Lindsey Davis made peace with the fact that she might never play again was the start of her evolution into a leader on the UTSA Softball team.

Xiaohong "Violet" Xu
February 13, 2025

Management Faculty Member Receives NSF Grant

A study by Xiaohong (Violet) Xu, associate professor of management, explores how the adoption of new technologies could improve gender diversity in male-dominated fields such as the construction industry.

Inaugural Cohort Undergrad Research Fellows
February 5, 2025

SDS Inaugural Research Fellows

School of Data Science names 17 students to its inaugural Undergraduate Research Fellowship, advancing hands-on research in data-driven fields.

Image created by Tej Pandit
January 23, 2025

In Nature article, UTSA researchers chart course for scalable, neuromorphic computing systems

UTSA Office of Research
In Nature article, UTSA researchers chart course for scalable, neuromorphic computing systems





Fnu Ruchika
December 5, 2024

Fnu Ruchika

Commencement Profile - Master's in Information Technology, Alvarez College of Business - SDS student worker showcases passion and resilience, journeying across the globe to earn her advanced degree


Amir Ravassipour
November 27, 2024

Amir Ravassipour

Commencement Profile - UTSA Online, MS in Facility Management - School of Data Science employee balances work, study to enhance UTSA operations




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