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Medhasweta Sen
July 25, 2025

Ph.D. Student Profile: Medhasweta Sen

Medhasweta Sen brings global perspective and AI research passion to UVA’s Ph.D. in Data Science program, focusing on LLMs, ethics, and real-world impact.

Admissions Artificial Intelligence Deep Learning Machine Learning Neural Networks PhD Research Student Spotlight
UVA Data Science MSDS alumni Michael Vaden smiling headshot in a suit and tie against dark background
July 16, 2025

MSDS Alumni Profile: Michael Vaden

MSDS alumni Michael Vaden shares how UVA shaped his data science journey from teamwork and capstone lessons to meaningful work at JPMorganChase Institute.

Admissions Alumni Careers MSDS Student Spotlight
UVA Data Science alumni jake weinberg in blue oxford standing in front of columns outdoors
July 9, 2025

MSDS Alumni Profile: Jake Weinberg

Alumni Jake Weinberg used UVA's MSDS program to pivot from consulting to data leadership—now he’s leading a team and driving strategy through analytics.

Admissions Alumni Careers MSDS
Jonathan stands with one news anchor, posing in front of the GMC logo.
June 27, 2025

Jonathan Swap discusses capstone on CBS19 for ‘Inside The Numbers’

M.S. in Data Science graduate Jonathan Swap discussed his capstone, "Detecting Temporal Anomalies in Multispectral Satellite Imagery," on "Inside the Numbers."

Admissions Multimedia MSDS Research
Courtney Hodge poses with two CBS19 news anchors.
June 27, 2025

Courtney Hodge discusses how data science is helping realtors on CBS19's ‘Inside The Numbers’

M.S. in Data Science graduate Courtney Hodge discusses data science and its importance in the real estate industry on this month's "Inside the Numbers."

Admissions Multimedia MSDS Research
UVA Data Science MSDS Alumni Grace Davenport professional headshot
June 20, 2025

MSDS Alumni Profile: Grace Davenport

Grace Davenport, MSDS ’24, shares how the School of Data Science prepared her for a career supporting the DoD—and her future plans that may include a Ph.D. and environmental consulting.

Admissions Alumni Biology Careers Student Life Student Spotlight
UVA MSDS Student Hannah Valenty and fellow Capstone teammates
June 9, 2025

MSDS Capstone: Digitizing Care for Global Health

As part of their capstone project, MSDS students used computer vision to digitize surgical records—advancing global healthcare in low-resource settings.

Admissions Alumni MSDS Research Student Spotlight
Five UVA Data Science graduates in cap and gown on the Lawn during Final Exercises
June 4, 2025

Final Thoughts, New Beginnings: Reflections from the MSDS Class of 2025

Class of 2025 graduates share what they learned, their advice for incoming students, and their plans after having completed the UVA M.S in Data Science program.

Admissions Careers Graduation MSDS Research Student Spotlight
Elizabeth Miller poses on the second place podium step with other swimmers.
June 2, 2025

Ph.D. Student Discovers Her Best Ideas Surface in the Pool

Ph.D. student Elizabeth Miller shares how returning to competitive swimming with UVA’s club team helped her find balance, focus, and joy in grad school and in life.

Academics Admissions PhD Sports Student Spotlight
data science graduation cap
May 20, 2025

UVA’s School of Data Science Celebrates 2025 Graduates in Heartfelt Ceremony

UVA’s School of Data Science celebrates the Class of 2025 with heartfelt speeches, honors, and reflections on community, purpose, and a future of impact.

Admissions MSDS PhD Student Life
Photo of a "ghost forest" coastal ecosystem.
May 12, 2025

At the Finish Line, Online MSDS Students Unveil Capstone Project Research

The annual capstone project showcase highlighted the innovative and applied nature of the work being done by online M.S. in Data Science students.

Admissions Artificial Intelligence Environment MSDS Neural Networks Research
UVA Data Science Assistant Director, Career and Professional Development seated at a table with students
May 6, 2025

Launch Your Data Science Career: Five Essential Steps for Long-Term Success

Stephanie Joynes, Assistant Director of Career and Professional Development, offers practical tips to launch your data science career—from finding your purpose to embracing lifelong learning.

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