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UVA Data Science MSDS student Jonathan Swap professional headshot
March 10, 2025

How to Get Involved in Student Self-Governance, Leadership, and Life at UVA

Discover how student leadership and involvement at UVA can shape your journey, build lifelong skills, and connect you to a passionate, supportive community!

Admissions Student Spotlight
UVA Data Scienec alumni MSDSR 2024 Arnav Bopuddi head shot taken outside in front of tree and brick wall
March 6, 2025

MSDS Alumni Profile: Arnav Boppudi

Arnav Boppudi (MSDS '24) shares how UVA shaped his data science career, from automation to analytics, and the impact of collaboration in his work.

Admissions Alumni Careers MSDS
UVA Data Science MSDS students in a group at a UVA baseball game
March 4, 2025

My Top Three Reasons for Choosing UVA’s MSDS

Learn why Hannah Valenty (MSDS '25) chose UVA’s School of Data Science—from rigorous academics and hands-on learning to a close-knit cohort and the beauty of Charlottesville!

Admissions MSDS Student Spotlight
UVA Data Science Professor Pete Alonzi and MSDS student Finn Mokrzycki posing outside in front of a building
March 3, 2025

Funding My Future: How UVA’s Professional Development Made an Impact

Learn how Finn Mokrzycki (MSDS '25) leveraged a professional development grant to attend a conference, earn AWS certification, and sharpen his cloud computing and communication skills.

Admissions MSDS Research Student Affairs Student Spotlight
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 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