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Zack Gottesman
February 27, 2025

Ph.D. Student Profile: Zack Gottesman

A Seattle native, Zack Gottesman chose UVA's Data Science Ph.D. for its supportive environment. He is currently researching NLP/AI for social impact with applications in health and sports.

Admissions Artificial Intelligence PhD Research Sports Student Spotlight
Eileanor LaRocco
February 26, 2025

Ph.D. Student Profile: Eileanor LaRocco

Eileanor LaRocco hopes to combine her biology background with AI to improve medical research. She’s passionate about ethical AI and machine learning explainability—and she’s even assisted in porcupine surgery.

Admissions Artificial Intelligence Machine Learning PhD Research Student Spotlight
Georgia Davidson stands with friends, wearing her bronze metal in front of a blue background.
February 24, 2025

Georgia Davidson Talks Taking Home Bronze and the M.S. in Data Science Program

MSDS student discusses her her incredible achievement in karate, balancing academics with athletics, and training at the U.S. Olympic Training Center.

Admissions MSDS Sports
Resume at top of paper being held in hand on desktop background
February 21, 2025

Tips For Creating Your Best BSDS Application Resume

Get advice from an Admissions Ambassador on crafting a solid resume for your BSDS application: one page, keep it organized, use action words, and be confident - your story mattters!

Admissions BSDS
Headshots of the Undergraduate Data Science Council inside of the School of Data Science with a UVA School of Data Science logo under their photos.
February 21, 2025

Meet the 2024-2025 Undergraduate Data Science Council

The Undergraduate Data Science Council is committed to practicing responsible data science for the common good and shaping the future of the School of Data Science.

Admissions BSDS Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Student Affairs Student Spotlight
UVA Data Science BSDS student professional headshot
February 20, 2025

BSDS Student Profile: Tara Ghose

BSDS Student Ambassador Tara Ghose embraces the program's versatility, and is excited to explore data science's impact across industries while ensuring ethical practices.

Admissions BSDS Student Spotlight
Headshot of Elaine Liu wearing a large orange shirt and glasses.
February 20, 2025

BSDS Student Profile: Elaine Liu

BSDS Student Ambassador Elaine Liu shares her interest in the intersection between environmental science and data science and passion for ceramics club.

Admissions BSDS Student Spotlight
UVA Data Science classroom with students
February 20, 2025

Helpful BSDS Application Tips from a Student Ambassador

Get insider tips from a current BSDS student on crafting a strong application—start early, be authentic, and choose a recommender who truly knows you.

Admissions BSDS Student Spotlight
Michele Norris delivers her keynote to an audience at the Paramount Theater.
February 19, 2025

Building Bridges of Understanding: Reflecting on Michele Norris’ Keynote at the 2025 Community MLK Celebration

Michele Norris’ keynote inspired discussions on race, social change, and the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr., urging unity and understanding in today’s society.

Admissions Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Guest Speaker History MSDS
Students attend the Modeling Your Future series in the Capital One Hub at the UVA School of Data Science.
February 18, 2025

Panelists Share Application Tips, Industry Wisdom with MSDS Students

The Modeling Your Future Series continued in February, featuring a panel of data science recruiters and hiring managers answering questions from MSDS students.

Admissions Careers MSDS
UVA Data Science student James Hopper playing tennis for UVA
February 10, 2025

MSDS Residential Student Profile: James Hopper

Meet James Hopper, a varsity tennis player with a biomedical engineering background, and learn more about his interests in sports analytics and enhancing athlete performance through data science.

Admissions Biomedical Engineering Sports Student Spotlight
Image of School of Data Science professors Jason Williamson and Christian Wernz.
February 6, 2025

Modeling Your Future: MSDS Students Gain Private-Sector Insights

The Modeling Your Future series for students in the M.S. in Data Science program returned in January and will continue throughout the spring semester.

Admissions Artificial Intelligence Machine Learning MSDS