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UVA Data Science Ambassador Mercedes Mora-Figueroa de Linan on terrace outside studying with classmates
August 15, 2024

A Week in the Life: Residential MSDS Student Mercedes Mora-Figueroa de Liñán

From scooters to study spots, cohort fun and where to eat, Data Science Residential Student Mercedes Mora-Figueroa de Liñán shares what life as a grad student looks like.

Admissions MSDS Student Spotlight
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July 29, 2024

Data Justice Academy Receives New Funding from NSF

Established in 2021, the Data Justice Academy provides a 10-week residential experience in which undergraduate participants perform mentored research.

Data Ethics Research
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July 17, 2024

UVA, C4K Team Up to Make Data Science ‘Accessible’ to Local Students

For a group of middle schoolers in Charlottesville this summer, data science wasn’t just a subject to be studied — it was one to be experienced.

Data Ethics
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June 13, 2024

Bridging Academia and Real-World Impact: Insights from LMI’s Executive in Residence

Brant Horio, vice president of applied research and partnerships at LMI, discussed capstone projects with MSDS students in partnership with Career Services.

Academics Artificial Intelligence Careers Deep Learning Machine Learning MSDS Student Life
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April 22, 2024

The School of Data Science Commemorates Earth Day with Commitment to Clean Energy

The School of Data Science will contribute to the University's Sustainability Plan through the use of solar energy.

Academics Building and Facilities Environment Multimedia
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April 16, 2024

UVA’s School of Data Science to Celebrate Opening of New Home

Completion of a new building, made possible by a $120 million gift from the Quantitative Foundation, marks a new beginning for the School of Data Science.

Academics Building and Facilities
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March 6, 2024

C4K Hosts Starr Hill Pathway Students for Data Analytics Game

C4K worked with the University of Virginia’s School of Data Science to organize an event for eight Starr Hill Pathways students.

Careers Data Ethics
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February 20, 2024

Student Reflection: Community MLK Celebration Keynote Event

Community MLK Celebration Keynote Event co-host and SDS representative Elisabeth Waldron (MSDS '24) shares her thoughts on Rev. Dr. William Barber's address.

Admissions MSDS Student Life Student Spotlight
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February 9, 2024

Echoes of Unity: Celebrating Black Voices and Legacies at UVA’s MLK Celebration

The University’s Division for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion held nine events, including a keynote co-hosted by the School of Data Science.

Academics Alumni BSDS Guest Speaker
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December 6, 2023

Connecting Passion with Profession: Data Analytics Night Networking

Data Analytics Night gives students from a variety of academic and career backgrounds the opportunity to meet with recruiters and employers.

Academics Admissions Careers Minor in Data Science MSDS Student Life
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November 30, 2023

Grad Student Housing: Insider Tips from an MSDS Ambassador

MSDS Residential Student Ambassador Rachel Holman shares her insight and advice for securing housing as an out-of-state graduate student and Cville newcomer.

Admissions MSDS Student Life
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October 26, 2023

Breaking Barriers with Data: LGBTQ+ Stories Made Visible by Gayta Science

Data Scientist and Gayta Science founder, Kelsey Campbell, outlined the mission of Gayta Science in a recent discussion with the University of Virginia’s LGBTQ Center. 

Admissions Artificial Intelligence Careers Data Ethics Government and Democracy