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Making political decisions with the help of voter guides, pamphlets and... ChatGPT?
Today the UW announced the results of a study looking at the potential influence artificial intelligence can have on our political decision making.Jillian Fisher, doctoral student of statistics and of computer science and engineering at the UW, is interviewed. -
AI chatbots sway political opinions but education could offer protection
If youve faced the frustrating challenge of trying to pull a friend or family member with opposing political views into your camp, maybe let a chatbot make your case. New research from the UW found that politically biased chatbots could nudge Democrats and Republicans toward opposing viewpoints. Jillian Fisher, doctoral student of statistics and of computer science and engineering at the UW, is quoted. -
The Life Eclectic
Mathematics alum Janet Galore and Computer Science alum Demi Raven have been making the news for turning a century-old Beacon Hill grocery store into a home and arts space. Along with being an exploration of an eclectic community space, “The Life Eclectic” is an exploration of the collector’s impulse and “Deep Nerdery.” UW professor Delancy Wu adds her insights about the psychological underpinnings of collecting and the importance of following your passions.
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Dianne Harris named dean of UW College of Arts & Sciences
University of Washington Provost Mark A. Richards today announced Dianne Harris will become dean of the College of Arts & Sciences, beginning Sept. 1.
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A BODY IN MOTION
Louis Maliyam, ’21, came to the U.S. for computer science — and along the way discovered dance.
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Students & Superlatives
Eight exceptional Arts & Sciences students have been selected as 2019 Dean's Medalists and Graduate Medalists.
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UW, PNNL to host energy research center focusing on bio-inspired design and assembly
The U.S. Department of Energy has awarded an expected $10.75 million, four-year grant for a new interdisciplinary research center.
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A Triple Threat in Math, Philosophy, and Computing
"I find theory of computation and logic extremely beautiful," says Sam Hopkins (BS, Mathematics, Computer Science), whose fascination with mathematics and philosophy have informed his computer science research.