Paul Gries

Paul Gries is a Professor in the Teaching Stream within the Department of Computer Science at the University of Toronto, where he has been teaching since the late 1990s. He has received numerous accolades for his teaching, including the prestigious President’s Teaching Award and the Ontario Confederation of University Faculty Associations (OCUFA) Teaching Award. In addition to his classroom instruction, Gries has co-authored two textbooks and has played a significant role in curriculum design and renewal within his department. His courses focus on programming and computer science fundamentals, and he is known for his engaging teaching style. Outside of academia, he enjoys gaming, gardening, and exploring new technologies. Gries holds a BA and an MEng in computer science from Cornell University and is recognized for his contributions to computer science education and pedagogy.