Trinity’s Computer Science Major – A Student Perspective
-Josue Manishimwe ’25
Trinity Christian College not only seeks to ensure that students get a good-quality education that contributes to student knowledge but, most importantly, that students are offered skills that make them marketable in their field of work and result in greater employability and economic mobility.
“The Computing and Data Analytics (CDA) department works to help students thrive by giving them practical skills for computing and data jobs while also challenging them to think about how they can serve God and others through those jobs,” says Dr. Karl Schmitt, Data Analytics Program Coordinator and Assistant Professor of Data Analytics at Trinity.
The CDA’s computer science programs keep pace with the ever-changing field and its connections to other areas. They offer a variety of majors, from a bachelor’s in computing to specific tracks like data analysis and design. All these programs are designed to make graduates successful after graduation. Students can customize their education by adding minors in related fields like business, math, communication, or media, giving them an all-rounded skill set and boosting their job prospects.
Academic acumen, teaching methods, and support from the computer science faculty at Trinty all play key roles in a student’s life. Having qualified professors with real-life IT experience gives students more opportunities for success. The College’s student-oriented approach, paired with the small student-to-teacher ratio, creates an environment where understanding and connection thrive, enabling professors to tailor their content to what students can easily implement.
Trinity goes above and beyond to support its students as they spend long hours behind a computer for research, coding, and homework. To support this work, the library computers are accessible from early morning to late evening on weekdays and weekends, providing an environment for individual study and collaborative projects. They are also equipped with the necessary resources, ensuring students have uninterrupted access to tools crucial for their academic pursuits.
Professional opportunities to work on campus as a student complement what is learned in the classroom with jobs that seek to give students a sense of what a professional career can provide. Engaging students in this manner establishes a bridge between classwork and the professional world.
The computer science major at Trinity offers a quality education that seeks to prepare students for a diverse, fast-moving world through a dedicated and supportive faculty that provides all the resources to ensure success. Click here to learn more.
