The Gates-Dell Complex (Bill and Melinda Gates Computer Science Complex and Dell Hall, abbreviated to GDC) is a building that houses the Computer Science department at the University of Texas at Austin.
[4] The building is named after Bill and Melinda Gates, and Susan and Michael Dell, who donated $30 million and $10 million, respectively, to the construction of the building.
In 2013, the complex was officially opened during a ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by notable figures including Bill Gates, former CEO of Microsoft, and representatives of the Dell family.
Gates praised UT for its exceptional computer science program and its efforts to diversify the field by reaching out to Hispanic students and women.
During his visit, Gates addressed UT computer science students, expressing his admiration for their opportunities in the rapidly evolving field and encouraging them to pursue ambitious goals.