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Christine Chung is an Associate Professor and co-Chair of the Department of Computer Science at Connecticut College. She holds degrees from Cornell University (B.A., M.Eng.), Teachers College Columbia University (M.A.), and the University of Pittsburgh (Ph.D.). Her research focuses on algorithm design and analysis, particularly online and approximation algorithms (e.g., scheduling, matching, transportation) and algorithmic game theory (e.g., social choice, auction mechanisms). She has received the John S. King Excellence in Teaching Award for her commitment to student development both inside and outside the classroom. Chung teaches core CS courses like COM110 (Intro to CS and Problem Solving), advanced courses such as COM313 (Algorithmic Game Theory), and supervises undergraduate research through COM495/496 seminars. She advises student organizations including Women in STEM and Conn College Ultimate. Her office is located in New London Hall 220, and she can be reached via email at cchung@conncoll.edu.
Education History:
- B.A., M.Eng., Cornell University
- M.A., Teachers College, Columbia University
- Ph.D., University of Pittsburgh
Research Interests: Chung's work spans algorithm design for combinatorial optimization problems, with emphasis on dial-a-ride systems, scheduling, and approximation algorithms. In game theory, she explores inefficiency of equilibria, voting mechanisms, and auction design. Her research emphasizes practical applications of theoretical algorithms.
Teaching & Advising: Besides course instruction, Chung oversees undergraduate research projects in CS, emphasizing cross-disciplinary collaboration. She has taught over a dozen courses including COM496 Research Seminar, which focuses on independent research methodologies. Her teaching philosophy integrates hands-on projects and real-world problem-solving.
Awards: The John S. King Award (2025) recognizes her transformative impact on student learning and mentorship. This rare award is given only when a faculty member demonstrates exceptional dedication to student growth.
Labs/Teams: Active in the CS research community at Connecticut College, she collaborates with peers like Timothy Becker (genomics) and James Lee (visual computing). Her lab focuses on theoretical algorithm development with practical implementations.
