Professor Dr. Max Skorodinsky
Assistant Professor
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Biography
Max Skorodinsky is a researcher in Computer Science education focused on the experiences of LGBTQIA+ students within the fields of Computer Science and STEM education. Currently serving as a Postdoctoral Scholar at the Information School of the University of Washington, Max leads an NSF-funded research project aimed at assessing the needs of community practices among middle and high school computer science teachers in the Pacific Northwest, including regions such as Alaska, Idaho, Oregon, and Washington. Max's broader research interests concentrate on equity and social justice issues in Computer Science education, advocating for the inclusion and elevation of marginalized voices within the field, particularly concerning transgender and gender non-conforming individuals. Outside of research, Max enjoys parenting, spending time with a pet chocolate lab, gardening, reading, cooking, and engaging in tabletop games and word puzzles.
Research Interests
Awards
David Moursund Scholarship
Graduate Employee Excellence Award
Doctoral Research Awards
UO Department of Education Studies Graduate Employee
College of Education Alumni Scholarship
Kathryn David Bussman Scholarship
Promising Scholar Graduate Fellowship
United Way Volunteer Year: youth education services
Women in Computer Science Grace Hopper Conference Scholarship
Requirements for University of Washington
Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
TOEFL
IELTS
Duolingo
Prerequisites
Application Checklist
- Online application
- Transcripts
- Statement of Purpose
- Letters of Recommendation
- Resume/CV
- English proficiency scores (for international students)
Specialization Notes
Standard Graduate School requirements for University of Washington apply to most departments listed unless specified otherwise by the program.