Faculty and Staff
Faculty and Staff
Catherine Wyman, MSIS
Pronounced: Cath-ruhn Why-mun
Department Chair and Faculty
Bachelor of Applied Science Application Development
Catherine.Wyman@skagit.edu
I earned a Master of Science, in Information Systems (MSIS) from Hawaii Pacific University. I’ve worked in computer science education ever since – for over 30 years at Scottsdale Community College and for 13 years at Xavier College Preparatory in Phoenix, Arizona, where I created their computer science program. I worked for the National Science Foundation-funded LighthouseCC, a program to broaden participation in Computer Science as well as Project Let’s Talk Code to grow computer science education on the Navajo Reservation.
I am passionate about broadening participation in software development. By creating more inclusive learning environments which attract and retain a diverse student population, we contribute positively to the demographic configuration of the tech workplace. Not only does this help the employer, it unlocks meaningful, rewarding, and lucrative careers for people in the Skagit Valley region.
I love to code. It’s like solving puzzles. It’s fun to collaborate with others to solve problems and overcome challenges together. In this program, we have created a supportive and inclusive environment where we can code, learn and grow together.