About Me

Hello! My name is Sourojit (pronounced show-row-jeet, IPA /ˈʃoʊ-rəʊ-d͡ʒit/, also go by G) Ghosh, and I am a sixth-year PhD Candidate (ABD) at the University of Washington, Seattle, in Human Centered Design and Engineering. I am a member of the Human-Centered Data Sciences Lab, being advised by Dr. Cecilia Aragon.

I investigate how Generative Artificial Intelligence tools cause harm -- both through their outputs and underlying infrastructures -- upon historically marginalized populations, specifically those with identities typically overlooked in AI-fairness scholarship. I explore human-centered, community-based, and globally inclusive pathways for just AI futures and increased AI literacy, and mentor future AI professionals to design and advocate for safer AI solutions.

Beyond my research, I have taught numerous courses across undergraduate and graduate levels, on diverse topics such as Responsible AI, Human-Centered Design, Accessibility and Inclusive design, and Information Visualization. My pedagogy has been recognized with the prestigious 2025 Award of Excellence in Teaching, the highest teaching award for students at the University of Washington. I also actively mentor students in their research goals, especially students with no prior research experience and with identities historically marginalized in research, towards potential publications in high-impact venues and future research careers.

I completed my undergraduate education at the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities, receiving a Bachelor's in Computer Science with a minor in Creative Writing, and completed a Master's in Human Centered Design and Engineering. Outside of my academic interests, I am an aspiring writer and hope to someday have my own publication of fictional short stories!