Computer Science Purpose Statement

The field of computer science continues to grow in popularity and demand. I believe that computers are the future, and by studying computer science and entering a field in high demand, I am paving the path for my success. My interest in computer science and programming was brought out by my older brothers, who both major in computer science. My brothers often offer me challenges to complete and program, and I like to challenge myself. As the younger brother, I am constantly looking up to them, and their success and love for the subject have been passed down to me.

"Education is the movement from darkness to light"- Allan Bloom. Computer technology has revolutionized human life. Inventions in this era of Information Technology (IT) have always fascinated me. There are infinite opportunities for innovation exists in the field of Computer Science. With growing globalization of technology, it’s essential to nurture a bonding between computer science and information management. This can be done effectively and efficiently by a person who has background, interest, and experience in both the fields. I want to use my knowledge of Computer Engineering supported by my work experience to suggest innovative ideas and solutions to tackle problems face by IT business. To achieve this goal, it’s important to strengthen my technical skills and also to learn critical business engineering & management simultaneously which I can achieve by pursuing masters in ‘Management Information Systems (MIS)’.

When I go to the University of North Carolina Asheville, I will bring with me a curiosity that only those who make the biggest technological breakthroughs in the world possess. Throughout my life I have had the opportunity to grow and adapt with technology as it becomes one of the biggest markets in the world. At the young age of ten, I was introduced to the computer world. I was immediately intrigued and found one of the many passions I would come to find. This is just the beginning of my future.

I have an incurable disease and the need to tell you about it. I've had it for as long as I can remember, but the symptoms have intensified with age. It leaves me with a burning desire to program, design and 3D print, build a quadcopter army, and impulsively scribble gibberish into a notebook at all hours of the day. I've become addicted to creativity, and if I’m honest I don’t ever want the cure. Creativity gives me the ability to imagine an efficient, reliable, and practical solution to most problems that cross my path. I see a problem and ideas start flowing into my mind, and onto my notebook. I design, doodle, and write code snippets, which can be fused together for future project ideas. I am drawn into solving problems by looking at them from different angles, until a means is discovered that will improve and revolutionize the issue. While I am unable to pinpoint exactly when this passion developed, I am confident that it will only continue to intensify with time.

Every single day, millions of people use computers in some way or another; From streaming videos on YouTube to writing and posting articles of current events, nearly everyone is using a computer in some way or another. A library is a perfect example of this because the majority of people there are on a computer rather than reading or checking out a book which is how today's time is. Computers give us access to so many things. Social media, music, movies the list goes on. Computers get more and more advanced as time goes on. Computers and computer science is and have changed drastically over time. I will be discussing the current state of computer science and such. Starting with the impact computer science has had on humanity and modern day. To finish it off i'll discuss what the income for someone whose profession is computers science and the what future holds for computer science.

The excitement of the fast-paced technology world peaked my interest throughout my high school career. As a member of my high school’s FIRST Robotics Club, designing and creating the desired motion of our robot was an eye-opening experience. After my involvement in robotics, I took it upon myself to register for an online AP Computer Science Class and to take advantage of a work study program with the information technology department. I strive to gain a knowledge base that will allow me to be a leader in the forefront of technological advancement: taking risks, improving lives, and changing the world.

This will be my third attempt at entering the Computer Science major, but since my last two attempts I have worked to make my application more competitive. In particular, since my last attempt in February I have raised my grade point average in mathematics and physics as well as for my overall coursework at the University of Washington. I have also completed all of the General Education requirements except for foreign language, which I am completing over summer quarter. This means, that starting next autumn I can focus my efforts on completing the requirements for whatever major(s) I end up working toward. The most important thing that’s changed since my last application, though, is that I have been accepted into the Applied and Computational Mathematical Sciences major in the Discrete Mathematics and Algorithms option; as such I intend to double major with both that and Computer Science.

The advancement in technology over the years has changed the world. The human race has become dependent on cell phones, computers, and the internet. This, to me, is remarkable. Watching the progression of technology improve lives all over the world, has inspired me to major in computer science. I hope to, one day, impact the lives of others through software engineering.

Computer Science, Software Engineering and Information Systems are international qualifications, enabling people to work globally, and in a very broad variety of roles. There is steady growth in demand for technically adept and flexible IT graduates. Declining student enrollment, while growth continues in law, medicine, biology, economics, and business; the decline among women is particularly alarming (Klawe and Shneiderman 27). Computer science is now a part of everyone’s daily life through the innovations and technologies it enables. From transforming health care to enabling a more robust national defense, computer science is on the forefront of discovery, driving economic growth and transforming our

Dreams, dreams are what we live for, what we believe in, and what we want to achieve. We live because we dream. I had my childhood ambition of doing something great, something different for myself. I’ve always had this little dream of doing something big.

Playing games on my father's computer as a child fascinated me in the way the computer works, how fast it develops, and now how the computer helps the world to communicate. It still amazes me in how fast computers change and how communication across the globe is enhanced with the computer. Computers have drastically changed how society lives and does business. Even small businesses can do global sales without leaving their location. With new strategies for business, comes cyber threats of identity theft and theft of intellectual property that brings information technology security and new laws into play. It is becoming a fast and ever challenging world. Computer science enables the ability to program software for protection against these kinds of threats and vulnerabilities. It also enables the ability to program artificial intelligence into the computer system software to enable society to meet their needs in more appropriate ways.

Choosing to learn software engineering was fortuitous for me when I had to select a profession several years ago. As I studied software engineering more deeply, I began to realize technologies related not only are very interesting but also have permeated into many fields. After experiencing undergraduate education for four years and graduate education for less than one year, I am extremely desperate for an occasion to further improve my cognition and practical ability in computing science. Your prestigious program is absolutely an excellent platform to make my dream come true.

In competitive and rapidly growing world of science & technology, where each year opened enthralling avenues and an epidemic of new innovations and inventions take place and each passing day make them archaic. As a constructive part of the field of Computer Science the only way is up and the ride will only become smoother with time. I have always been a conscientious student, ever ready to put in that extra bit to excel in whatever I undertake. This trait saw me sail through school and junior college quite smoothly. A graduate in Computer Science with specialized knowledge in an unique area from your university is my logical and desired next step which would help me stand out in the highly competitive IT industry.

It is universally agreeable that with the advent of Computer technology, every ambitious and enthusiastic individual is really obsessed with the idea of doing computer science at graduate level because it seems to have created a zeal and enthusiasm in the hearts of youth, particularly those who aspire to be marked as high achievers. I, for one, seem to have been enchanted by these computer applications as they have made the world smaller, speaking in terms of globalization. I have no hesitation to add that core computerization alone is the suitable answer to all the areas unexploited and to the areas waiting for development. It has always been a fascination for me about how computers work, how these applications are designed and what can be the newer ways to explore the world of computers to make our world better. This interest became a passion for me when I was exposed to computer science basics, during my middle school. Pursuing computer science engineering at undergraduate level, further propelled my passion for computer science along with providing me a deeper insight and in-depth understanding of the subject. After completing my under graduation in Computer Science, I am willing to expedite my research interest and a masters degree seemed the most appropriate choice for realizing my aspirations.

“What a computer is to me is the most remarkable tool that we have ever come up with. It's the equivalent of a bicycle of our minds” – Steve Jobs.