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James C. Browne

UTCS Alum Dr. Ajita John shares her lifelong passion for computer science

UT Computer Science alum Ajita John against a gray backdrop

12/03/2021 - From a young age, Dr. John gravitated towards math and logical problem-solving. Although most of her family were in the humanities, they nurtured her unique interests in her early years. The definite logic and reasoning of mathematical concepts struck a chord with her that encouraged her curiosity in the field. As she pursued this curiosity as an undergrad at the Indian Institute of Science, it became clear to her that she had found her purpose. Dr. John had always planned on moving to the US for her Ph.D. and when she visited Austin she immediately knew that this was the place for her.

UT Computer Science Founding Member and Professor Emeritus Passes Away

02/06/2018 - We are deeply saddened by the loss of Professor Emeritus and UT Computer Science founding member James C. Browne, who passed away on Friday, January 19 at age 83. In addition to teaching computer science, Browne was one of the first faculty members of the Department of Computer Science, which was founded in 1966, and also served as the department’s chairman for several years.

The Fall 2009 Visions of Computing Lecture Series

11/09/2009 - The UT Department of Computer Science is pleased to announce its annual Visions Lecture, the latest in a series of lectures by UTCS faculty who have been recognized by their community for notable achievements in research, teaching or service.

Visions of Computer Sciences Research Lectures

05/07/2004 - The Department of Computer Sciences presents the Visions of Computer Sciences Research Lectures featuring Dr. Jim Browne and Dr. Simon Lam. The Visions Lectures honor both professors for recent awards.

Browne's career spans 40 years

01/22/2000 - On January 22, 2000, the department honored Professor James C. Browne with a symposium on the event of his 65th birthday.