Gamma Pi x Project ENRICH | Black History Month Spotlight Our 2026 Black History Month Icon Series continues as we honor innovators whose brilliance reshaped the world — and the young scholars who carry that legacy forward. Today’s Icon: Dr. Mark Dean Presented by Calvin Thomas, Senior Suitland High School A pioneering computer scientist and co‑creator of the IBM personal computer, Dr. Mark Dean helped build the digital foundation we rely on every day. Calvin highlights his journey as a reminder

Can you imagine a world without personal computers? Thanks to IBM, you haven't had to since August 12, 1981 https://cbsn.ws/2Mr4yjq | CBS News

Check out this clip from “Man & Computer” (1967) by IBM UK, providing a basic understanding of computer operations 🎥 From these early simulations to today's seamless interactions, it's incredible how far we've come in integrating computers into our daily lives. #IBM #Computing #EarlyComputing #Technology | Computer History Museum