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Andrew Jung

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Department Chair; Associate Professor

Computing Sciences

College of Engineering, Technology, and Architecture
860.768.4917 D217
Education

PhD, Virginia Commonwealth University

MS, Ball State University

BS, Yeungnam University

Dr. Andrew Jung earned his Ph.D. in Engineering with a concentration in Computer Science from Virginia Commonwealth University. He is currently an Associate Professor and Chair of the Department of Computing Sciences at the University of Hartford, a position he has held since 2025 after joining the university in 2018. Previously, he served as an Assistant Professor at Framingham State University and as a full-time instructor at ECPI University.

Dr. Jung’s research is interdisciplinary, focusing on Affective Computing and Human Emotion Recognition using IoT wearables and machine learning (https://semostudy.com/), particularly within educational settings. His broader research portfolio includes the Internet of Things (IoT) and its practical applications, the design and optimization of Wireless Networks and Sensor Systems, and innovative work in Computer Science Education and Computational Thinking. This scholarly work extends into Educational Technology and STEM Outreach, where he develops and implements coding, robotics, and playful learning programs to engage K-12 students. A dedicated teacher-scholar, he has mentored undergraduate capstone teams that published their research at major IEEE conferences. Dr. Jung has also provided significant service, most notably by leading the successful ABET accreditation for the computer science and engineering program—a multi-year effort for which he is an IDEAL Academic Assessment Leader certified by ABET. His extensive service includes chairing the College of Arts and Sciences Promotion and Tenure Committee, serving on numerous academic committees, and hosting outreach programs for local high school students. He also contributes to the broader research community through program committees for conferences such as ISLS, FIE, and SoftCOM.

  1. Affective Computing and Human Emotion Recognition (Using IoT wearables and machine learning to detect and analyze human emotional states in educational settings. https://semostudy.com/)

 

  1. Internet of Things (IoT) and Its Applications (Designing and developing practical IoT systems, such as smart attendance, parking, and pantry management.)

 

  1. Computer Science Education and Computational Thinking (Developing innovative pedagogical strategies, including active learning and hands-on "learn-by-making" approaches for undergraduate and K-12 students.)

 

  1. Educational Technology and STEM Outreach (Creating and implementing coding, robotics, and playful learning programs to engage underrepresented K-12 students and communities.)

 

  1. Wireless Networks and Sensor Systems (Researching the design and optimization of wireless networks, including sensor networks and survivable mesh networks for various applications.)
  1. Jung, Andrew, Jinsook Park, and Kiwon Sohn. “ERTE Protocol: Promoting Creative Problem-Solving Skills in Undergraduate Engineering Students.” IEEE Frontiers in Education Conference (FIE), IEEE, 2025.
  2. Park, Jinsook, and Andrew Jung. “Enhancing Computational Thinking and Engagement of Undergraduate Students through Collaborative Game Development in the Interdisciplinary Course.” IEEE Frontiers in Education Conference (FIE), IEEE, 2025.
  3. Biernat, Zachary, Alana Cedeno, and Andrew Jung*. "ISAC: IoT-Enabled Smart Attendance Check." In 2023 International Conference on Computational Science and Computational Intelligence (CSCI), pp. 978-982. IEEE, 2023.
  4. Baqueen, Daniel, Rachel Liang, Magdalene Piotrowski, Andrew Jung*. “Cost Effective Smart Parking System on Campus.” In 2022 International Conference on Software, Telecommunications and Computer Networks (SoftCOM), pp. 1-6, IEEE, 2022.
  5. Park, Jinsook, Mira Yun, Andrew Jung, Charlie Wiseman, “Undergraduate Coaches for Young Learners with Playful Computer Science.” The 17th International Conference on Frontiers in Education: Computer Science and Computer Engineering (FECS’21), Springer Nature, 2021.
  6. Duan, Zhoujun, Ingrid Russell, Andrew Jung*. “Active Learning Strategies: A Computing Course for Undergraduates.”  In 2021 16th International Conference on Computer Science & Education (ICCSE), pp. 301-306. IEEE, 2021.
  7. Lee, Suk Jin, Andrew Jung, Jinsook Park, and Mira Yun. "Cost-efficient Hands-on Learning Design for Computer Organization Course." In 2020 15th International Conference on Computer Science & Education (ICCSE), pp. 150-155. IEEE, 2020.
  8. Yun, Mira, Jinsook Park, Andrew Jung, and Charlie Wiseman. "Playful Computer Science for Girl Scout Juniors." In 2020 IEEE Global Engineering Education Conference (EDUCON), pp. 1259-1265. IEEE, 2020.