DESCRIPTION

Are you interested in small-batch simulations, artisanal algorithms, and locally-sourced Lagrangians? Do you want to teach your students about free-range Fast Fourier Transforms and ethically-sourced eigenvalue problems but don’t know where to start?

The inaugural Pacific Northwest Distributed Institute for Computational Education in Physics (DICE) welcomes physics educators from across the Pacific Northwest, including those at the high school, two-year college, and four-year college or university levels, who are ready to add a little computational flair to their courses—no prior experience with pour-over Python or hand-crafted Hamiltonians required.

The workshop will feature demonstrations and discussions on strategies for integrating computational activities into physics courses at all levels, from introductory through advanced, along with plenty of time to roll up your sleeves and try things out. Participants will explore proven exercises from PICUP’s repository or develop new ones of their own, all in a relaxed, collaborative setting. There will also be ample opportunity to connect with fellow educators, swap ideas, and build a community dedicated to making physics curricula more modern, more computational, and just a bit more delightfully weird.

Early Bird Rate
Deadline: June 5, 2026 -- $15

Standard Rate
Deadline: After June 5 including walk-in on June 12, 2026 -- $20