Laurie Thompson

Laurie Thompson is an Associate Professor of Instruction in the Department of Computer Science at the Erik Jonsson School of Engineering and Computer Science, The University of Texas at Dallas. She has held academic roles since 1999, including Senior Lecturer (2001–Present) and Lecturer (1999–2001). Prior to academia, she worked as Network Support at Electronic Data Systems (1990–1991) and as a Construction Engineer at Linbeck Construction Company (1987–1988).

Education: M.S. in Computer Science from The University of Texas at Dallas (1998) and B.S. in Building Construction from Texas A&M University (1987).

Her professional focus aligns with instructional methodologies in computer science education, leveraging her industry experience in software and construction domains. No specific research awards or grants are noted in the provided information.