How Computer Science Was Introduced at Yale-NUS College

Explore the strategic development and implementation of computer science education at Yale-NUS College through this conference presentation by Olivier Danvy from the National University of Singapore. Learn about the unique challenges and opportunities faced when establishing a computer science program at this innovative liberal arts institution, which represents a collaboration between Yale University and the National University of Singapore. Discover the pedagogical approaches, curriculum design decisions, and institutional considerations that shaped the introduction of computer science within a liberal arts framework. Gain insights into how traditional computer science education can be adapted and integrated into interdisciplinary academic environments, and understand the specific methodologies used to build a program that bridges Eastern and Western educational philosophies. The presentation examines the practical aspects of program development, including faculty recruitment, course sequencing, and the balance between theoretical foundations and practical applications in a liberal arts context.