Shannon Alfaro

Shannon Alfaro is a Continuing Lecturer in the Department of Computer Science at the University of California, Irvine (UCI), affiliated with the Donald Bren School of Information & Computer Sciences. Contactable via alfaro@uci.edu and located in DBH 4208. She teaches ICS 151: Digital Logic Design and focuses on hardware/firmware implementation of algorithms, combinational/sequential system design using SSI/MSI/LSI modules, and theoretical algorithmic research.

Education:

• M.S., Computer Science, UC Irvine, 2002
• B.S., Computer Science, UC Riverside, 1999

Research Interests: Specializes in the intersection of hardware design and algorithmic theory, emphasizing practical implementations of digital systems. Engages in curriculum development for foundational computer engineering topics.

Awards: Recognized at the 2023 UCI Celebration of Teaching for instructional excellence in computer science education.

Advising & Engagement: Actively contributes to student support through the ICS Tutoring Center and co-founded the Black in Tech initiative within the school's community-building efforts.