CMPM 15Exploring Your Field through Faculty Research
Curious about what’s next in your field and what inspires you? In low-commitment reading groups, join like-minded peers to discuss the creative and societally impactful work of UCSC faculty from human-centered AI and sustainable computing to generative AI and health tech. Spark your curiosity, see real-world connections, and connect with research opportunities. Designed for students of all backgrounds, years, and majors who want to explore, not just those interested in research. Browse themes at the Exploratory Reading Groups website (see Class Notes). May be repeated for credit. (Formerly Research Explorations.)
- For more information, please visit https://explore-research.softr.app/
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When it runs
Winter 2027Open Winter 2027
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Seminar | Wed 10:40am–11:45am | Sci & Engr Library 206 | D. M. Torres-Mendoza | Open 0/60 |
| 02 | Seminar | Wed 2:40pm–3:45pm | Sci & Engr Library 206 | D. M. Torres-Mendoza | Open 0/60 |
| 03 | Seminar | Wed 4:00pm–5:05pm | Sci & Engr Library 206 | D. M. Torres-Mendoza | Open 0/60 |
| 04 | Seminar | TBA | TBD In Person | D. L. Bernick | Open 0/20 |
Fall 2026Open Fall 2026
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Seminar | Wed 10:40am–11:45am | Sci & Engr Library 206 | D. M. Torres-Mendoza | Open 17/60 |
| 02 | Seminar | Wed 4:00pm–5:05pm | Sci & Engr Library 206 | D. M. Torres-Mendoza | Open 9/60 |
| 03 | Seminar | Wed 1:20pm–2:25pm | Sci & Engr Library 206 | D. M. Torres-Mendoza | Open 22/60 |
| 04 | Seminar | TBA | TBD In Person | D. L. Bernick | Closed 0/0 |
Spring 2026Open Spring 2026
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Seminar | Wed 10:40am–11:45am | Sci & Engr Library 206 | D. M. Torres-Mendoza | Closed 43/0 |
| 02 | Seminar | Wed 4:00pm–5:05pm | Sci & Engr Library 206 | D. M. Torres-Mendoza | Closed 21/0 |
| 03 | Seminar | Mon 2:40pm–3:45pm | J Baskin Engr 169 | D. L. Bernick | Open 3/16 |
Winter 2026Open Winter 2026
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Seminar | Wed 9:20am–10:25am | Sci & Engr Library 206 | D. M. Torres-Mendoza | Closed 42/0 |
| 02 | Seminar | Wed 4:00pm–5:05pm | Sci & Engr Library 206 | D. M. Torres-Mendoza | Closed 36/0 |
| 03 | Seminar | TBA | TBD In Person | D. L. Bernick | Closed 4/0 |
| 04 | Seminar | TBA | TBD In Person | D. L. Bernick | Closed 5/0 |
Fall 2025Open Fall 2025
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Seminar | Wed 9:20am–10:25am | Sci & Engr Library 206 | D. M. Torres-Mendoza | Closed 45/0 |
| 02 | Seminar | Wed 4:00pm–5:05pm | Sci & Engr Library 206 | D. Lee | Closed 46/0 |
Who teaches it
| Instructor | Rating | Difficulty | Would take again | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| David Bernick | 4.5 / 5 | 3.5 / 5 | 100% | 29 |
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