Laura K. Reid

Laura K. Reid is a Lecturer in the Department of Computer Science at Western University, affiliated with the Faculty of Science. She holds an Honors Bachelor of Science in Computer Science and Mathematics from Western University, a Bachelor of Education from Althouse College, and a Master of Science in databases. With over 20 years of experience, she has taught diverse class sizes (15-400 students) across all academic levels. She served as Undergraduate Chair of Computer Science, Computer Science Outreach Chair, and Faculty of Science Outreach Chair.

Her academic focus spans database systems security, role-based access control, and computer science education innovation. She has pioneered blended learning approaches in programming courses. Her professional engagements include extensive outreach initiatives promoting STEM education.

Notable contributions include foundational work on integrating role-based security with relational databases (1990s) and recent pedagogical research on blended learning challenges. Though no specific awards are listed, her extensive teaching portfolio highlights her dedication to education.