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Subject offerings of new and developing areas of knowledge in computer science intended to augment the existing curriculum. See Class Schedule or departmental course information for topics and prerequisites. Course Information: May be repeated in the same or separate terms if topics vary.

Title: Computing and Wellbeing
This course will explore how computing technologies can infer, impact, or support human wellbeing. Anchored in sociological foundations and informed by recent advances in human-computer interaction (HCI), computational social science (CSS), affective computing, ubiquitous computing, and human-centered AI, this course will examine both the promises and pitfalls of digital systems for mental, emotional, and social health. We will investigate topics such as online self-disclosure and support, mental health in social media, persuasive and reflective technologies, AI companions and chatbots, wellbeing-oriented interventions, and ethical considerations around surveillance, nudging, and personalization. Students will critically engage with interdisciplinary literature spanning computing, psychology, and health, and will be encouraged to develop their perspective on the role of computing wellbeing. The course is structured as a seminar, with weekly readings,