Wade Fagen-Ulmschneider

Wade Fagen-Ulmschneider is a Teaching Assistant Professor of Computer Science at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (UIUC), where he specializes in data structures and data visualization. With a strong passion for data, he serves as the lead instructor for CS 225 (Data Structures), a course that has engaged thousands of students and accumulated over 10 million interactions through various data visualization projects. His innovative teaching methods and commitment to student success have earned him numerous accolades, including the Collins Award for Innovative Teaching and recognition as one of the National Academy of Engineering's Frontiers of Engineering Education scholars.In addition to his teaching responsibilities, Professor Fagen-Ulmschneider has developed several courses, including "Object-Oriented Data Structures in C++" and "Data Science Discovery," which emphasize practical applications of computer science concepts. He has been consistently ranked as an excellent instructor by his students for the past decade. His contributions to education extend beyond the classroom; his work on data visualizations has been highlighted by prominent media outlets and utilized by state governors. Through his engaging courses and dedication to fostering a deep understanding of computer science, Wade Fagen-Ulmschneider continues to inspire the next generation of engineers and computer scientists at UIUC.