Dr. Maxwell Omwenga is the Program Director of the Department of Computer Science and Engineering at the University of Evansville (UE). With a deep passion for innovation and education, Dr. Omwenga has dedicated his career to advancing the fields of machine learning, cyber-physical systems, and edge computing. Before joining UE, he made significant contributions as a Data Science Researcher with the Networked Intelligence Laboratory at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga.

Dr. Omwenga's expertise and dedication have earned him numerous accolades, including the prestigious Global Scholar Grant in 2024, the ARSAF Grant in 2023, and the Technology Symposium Award in 2019. His research, which has been published in renowned journals and conferences such as the IEEE IoT Journal and the IEEE International Electro Information Technology, focuses on leveraging modeling, simulation, optimization, and machine learning to address real-world complex sequential decision problems.

Among his notable works are explorations into cutting-edge technologies, such as Cognitive Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR), where he has significantly advanced subsurface object detection using deep reinforcement learning and edge computing. His publications like "ScanCloud: Holistic GPR Data Analysis for Adaptive Subsurface Object Detection" and "Autonomous Cognitive GPR Based on Edge Computing and Reinforcement Learning" demonstrate his innovative approach to integrating AI with physical systems.

In addition to his professional accomplishments, Dr. Omwenga's creative spirit shines through his passion for music. He plays the bass guitar, violin, and congas & bongos, bringing a rhythmic energy to both his work and life. His commitment to the community is evident in his volunteer work at the local community kitchen and his dedication to teaching robotics to elementary school students. Dr. Omwenga's blend of technical expertise, creativity, and community spirit makes him a valuable mentor and leader at UE.

Dr. Ying Ying Seah is an Assistant Professor of Computer Science at the University of Evansville (UE) and holds a Ph.D. in Technology from Purdue University. Before joining UE, she served as an Assistant Professor of Creative Technologies at Oakland City University. Informed by research, Dr. Seah is committed to integrating innovative pedagogies into her classroom. Her research interests include STEM Education, Design Thinking, Argumentation, Simulation-based Learning, and Learning Analytics.

Born and raised in Sungai Besar, Malaysia, Dr. Seah is fluent in four languages. She is deeply committed to her Christian faith and is passionate about connecting with students outside the classroom, fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment. In her free time, she enjoys cooking, DIY projects, gardening, and travelling.