University of Colorado Denver
Douglas C. Sicker, PhD, has a deep background in engineering and technology. As the Chief Computing Officer, and Interim Information Strategy and Services Officer, Doug is leading CU Denver efforts to develop a campus-wide vision for interdisciplinary computing. This includes creating opportunities for broader access to programs in computational thinking, programming AI, data science and other applications of technology within higher education.
Doug is a professor of Computer Science Engineering and Electrical Engineering within the College of Engineering, Design and Computing (CEDC). Previously, he held roles at Carnegie Mellon University, including serving as the Lord Endowed Chair in Engineering, Department Head of Engineering and Public Policy, director of CyLab, and professor of Computer Science. He was also the DBC Endowed Professor in the Department of Computer Science and the director of the Interdisciplinary Telecommunications Program at the University of Colorado Boulder.
Professionally, Doug has served as the chief technology officer and senior advisor for Spectrum at the National Telecommunications and Information Administration, and director of global architecture at Level 3 Communications, Inc. Doug’s expertise has also been tapped by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), where he served as the chief technology officer, senior advisor on the FCC National Broadband Plan, and chief of the FCC’s Network Technology Division. He has also served as an advisor to the U.S. Department of Justice, the Department of State, and to various state and city committees and councils.
As an active member of the IEEE, the ACM, AAAS and the Internet Society, Doug has chaired numerous conferences, and served on various program committees and National Academy studies. He has published extensively in the fields of wireless systems, cybersecurity, and network policy.
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University of Colorado Denver
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Situated in gorgeous downtown Denver, the University of Colorado, Denver campus offers its students access to a bustling city life filled with career and cultural opportunities, and an education that will prepare them to thrive in it. Offering traditional classes as well as total online courses through CU Online, the university has over 60 bachelor's degree options. Students can pursue degrees in a variety of options, like Art History, Environmental Sciences or Public Health. Master's, doctoral, certificate, health, and pre-collegiate options are also available. Admissions to the University of Colorado, Denver, are based upon multiple factors, including high school performance rates, the admission index calculated by GPA and ACT/SAT scores, and an optional personal letter of request. Eligible students generally have an index of 93 or higher and have completed all HEAR requirements, and show no more than two MAPS unit deficiencies. Tuition rates are discounted for in-state students. For financial assistance, students should begin by filling out the FAFSA. The university also offers scholarships based on need and merit, and students interested in applying for these should check out the University Scholarship Guide on the university website. Student life at the university is bound to have something for everyone. Denver is known for its vibrant atmosphere, opportunities and night life, and CU Denver is located just blocks away from the downtown. And, with over 100 student organizations, including honor societies, professional organizations and religious-based groups, there is plenty to do on campus as well.