Final Exam Scheduling at Bucknell University: A Case Study and Open-Source Tool

INFORMS Journal on Applied Analytics 2026 Open access

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Authors: Clara Chaplin, Stanley Gai, Samuel C. Gutekunst, Tsugunobu Miyake, Thiago Serra, Luke Snyder, Vy My Tran, Lucas A. Waddell
DOI: 10.1287/inte.2025.0262
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Abstract

We present a case study for final exam scheduling at Bucknell University. We worked in close collaboration with the Registrar’s office, ultimately designing integer programming models and heuristics. We implemented our approach in open-source, user-friendly, and highly customizable software, both saving time for the Registrar’s office and substantially improving student exam schedules.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Higher Education Learning Practices

Publication details

Journal / source
INFORMS Journal on Applied Analytics
Volume
56
Issue
4
Pages
383–399
Publication date
8 May 2026
Language
EN