John W. Burris

Dr. John W. Burris serves as the Chief Information Officer at Southeastern and holds the academic rank of Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Science. He earned his Ph.D. in Computer Science from Louisiana State University (LSU). His professional focus integrates practical technology applications across academic and real-world contexts, including initiatives at his family farm and university projects.

He teaches courses such as CMPS 4790 – Automata Theory and Formal Languages, noted as his favorite instructional subject. His research spans a diverse spectrum of computer science domains including:

• Theoretical computing frameworks
• Cybersecurity protocols
• Enterprise resource planning systems
• Software development methodologies
• Machine learning algorithms
• Project management strategies
• Technology policy and governance

Among his projects, he highlights an interdisciplinary art initiative that generates tree imagery derived from individual genetic data, demonstrating his commitment to innovative technology applications.