Computing and Facilities

The MSDS program provides students with access to robust computational infrastructure and learning environments to support coursework, research, and collaboration.

1 Computational Resources

The University provides robust technical support:

• Software licenses from IT (Google G Suite, MS Office 365, Box, Zoom, and more)
• IT support services for troubleshooting and assistance

2 DSI Computing Clusters

Students will have access to the DSI computing clusters upon matriculation.

Bennett Hunter is our Senior System Administrator at DSI in charge of the cluster.

3 Facilities and Lab Spaces

Students are welcome to use designated lab spaces equipped with workstations, whiteboards, and collaboration tools. Reservations may be required for certain facilities.

4 Campus Map and Building Locations

DSI spaces are primarily located in the John Crerar Library building and Ryerson Lab second floor. Students can reference the University of Chicago Campus Map to locate classrooms, labs, and computing centers.