Sidas Saulynas

Dr. Sidas (Sy) Saulynas has nearly three decades of higher education teaching experience, most recently as an Associate Professor of Information Systems at Stevenson University. Energized by the need for effective communication, his interests include the study of Human-Computer Interaction and Presentation Theory. His research has focused on designing technology to help overcome situational impairments encountered by users of mobile devices. Sy is also involved in Assistive Technology research, most recently examining how technology may be used to assist blind and visually impaired runners. Sy received a Ph.D. in Human-Centered Computing from UMBC. He has also earned master’s degrees in Finance (University of Baltimore) and Human-Centered Computing (UMBC). Sy also has bachelor’s degrees in Computer Information Systems (Stevenson University) and Psychology (Dickinson College). In addition to his domestic pedagogical and research roles, Sy is actively involved in developing and deploying study abroad courses so that the next generation of leaders can prepare for the diverse world of international practices and cultures.