SCS Class of 2026
PHOTOGRAPHY BY ELAN MIZRAHI
You now join a legacy of innovators, thinkers and problem solvers.
During your time at CMU, you’ve mastered the art of computational thinking — a powerful lens through which you can deconstruct the world’s most complex challenges and engineer elegant, scalable solutions.
Whether you choose to enter industry, launch your startup, pursue groundbreaking research or apply your talents to yet-to-be-discovered horizons, we are excited to see where your journey will lead. Go forth and use what you’ve learned to push boundaries, break barriers and change the world for the better. We are so proud of you!
Finding “The Middle”
Simi Olusola-Ajayi, a 2026 graduating master’s student in HCII, has made a name for herself for innovative thinking and dedication to bridging the gap between technology and human experiences. In her Commencement address, Simi encouraged her peers to embrace the middle — the unpredictable yet profound space of growth that exists between who they thought they would be and who they are now becoming. Simi leaves an indelible mark on our community, reminding us all that the path to the future is found in the beauty of transformation.
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