School of Computing, Data, and Mathematical Sciences at WIU

10/15/2026

The Western Illinois University Cybersecurity Center (WIU-CC) will host an online Capture the Flag (CTF) Competition on November 7–8, 2026, providing WIU undergraduate and graduate students with a unique opportunity to showcase and apply their cybersecurity knowledge and skills in a competitive environment. Questions? Contact Dr. Tahir M. Khan, Associate Professor and Interim Director of WIU Cybersecurity Center at [email protected], or
Joseph Stanger, President of the Cybersecurity Enthusiast Club, at [email protected]

10/13/2026

WOW! Top-paid majors under one roof! Interested in Computer and Information Sciences? Mathematics and Statistics? Our School has it all 🥳 🥳 🥳!

10/12/2026

Having a great time Discovering Western!

10/05/2026

Play or cheer!

10/02/2026

Amway Internship Opportunities in Tech Careers and more, including
Information Security Awareness & Training Intern​, Summer 2027.

Ready to take the next step? Know a student who would be a great fit? Feel free to share this opportunity with them!

10/01/2026

10/01/2026

Congratulations to Dr. Dinesh Ekanayake for being the recipient of the
Provost’s Award for Scholarly Activities!

Dr. Ekanayake exemplifies the qualities this award recognizes: originality, significance, and sustained scholarly impact. His research advances fundamental mathematics, addresses important interdisciplinary problems, and strengthens the University’s research culture through meaningful student engagement.

We are so proud of this recognition!

09/29/2026

Bring your families for the October's First Wednesday Event!

09/28/2026

Western Illinois University’s School of Computing, Data, and Mathematical Sciences is proud to partner with HL7 International’s inaugural Break the Code program, giving WIU students a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience with the technologies shaping the future of healthcare.

HL7 International, a leading standard‑setting organization for electronic health records and healthcare data exchange, offers this free, year-long program. Students will learn to build real FHIR applications, work with healthcare APIs and data standards, explore the responsible use of AI in healthcare, and work toward earning public HL7 credentials. No prior coding or FHIR experience is needed.