In Memoriam: Vicki L. Hanson

It is with deep sadness that we share the news of the passing of Vicki L. Hanson, a valued member of ITI’s Advisory Board and a cherished leader in the computing community.

Vicki passed away on January 20. A pioneering researcher in human-computer interaction and accessibility, she devoted her career to expanding access to technology and broadening participation in computing. Vicki served as President of the Association for Computing Machinery (ACM) from 2016 to 2018, and as its Chief Executive Officer from 2018 to 2025.

The Board and the members of ITI’s advisory board extend our heartfelt condolences to Vicki’s family, friends, and colleagues. She will be deeply missed, and we are grateful for the wisdom and dedication she brought to our Institute.