The Master of Science in Applied Computing (MScAC) Program hosted its annual Applied Research in Action (ARIA) showcase virtually on November 26, 2020. Hundreds attended to interact with the 2019 cohort, learn more about their internship projects with leading tech companies and discover more about the program.

ARIA is an annual innovation showcase for MScAC students to present their applied research projects to industry, academic and government partners. Now in its seventh year, ARIA has become a leading event that bridges academia and industry together and showcases cutting-edge tech innovations.

This year, the MScAC program announced the recipients of the 2020 ARIA Awards:

Student Innovation Award

Abenezer Teklemariam
MScAC 2019 Cohort

The Student Innovation Award is presented to a student in the internship phase of the MScAC program who has demonstrated innovation and creativity.

Industry Icon Award

Shi Yu
Vanguard Group

The Industry Icon award is a student-nominated award, presented to an industry partner who has taken on the role of an MScAC industry supervisor and demonstrated exceptional commitment, time, mentorship and skilled attention to developing the talents of their students.

Faculty Recognition Award

Fanny Chevalier
Department of Computer Science
University of Toronto

The Faculty Recognition Award is a student-nominated award, presented to a faculty supervisor who has demonstrated exceptional commitment, time and skilled attention to developing the talents of their students.

Alumni of the Year Award

Geoffrey Peddle
MScAC 2010 Cohort

The Alumni of the Year Award is presented to a member/members of the MScAC alumni network that have made significant contributions to the development of the program.

Student Presentation Award

Cara Alexander, Faisal Habib, Shakti Kumar
MScAC 2019 Cohort

The Student Presentation Award is presented to students in the internship phase of the program who demonstrated excellence in their presentation materials and delivery.

MScAC Spotlight Award

Eugene Fiume
Former Director of the MScAC Program

The MScAC Spotlight Award is presented to an individual who has had a tremendous impact on the program.