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Vannia Gonzalez, Melissa Phillips, Whitney Cathcart, Navya Annapareddy, and Farhana Faruqe
March 15, 2024

A Day to Inspire: Key Takeaways from WiDS 2024

This year's event focused on inspiring the next generation of women in data science, with panel discussions featuring industry experts and much more.

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C4K hosts an event for Starr Hill Pathways students
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.

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Four people stand side by side at the Northern Virginia online student and MSDS alumni reception.
February 20, 2024

Linking Perspectives: MSDS Alumni Connect with Northern Virginia Online Students

Northern Virginia online students and M.S. in data science alumni recently united for a networking event in Arlington, Virginia.

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Data Science Student Elisabeth Waldron professional photo outdoors
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 Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion MSDS Student Affairs Student Spotlight
Rev. Dr. William J. Barber II delivers his keynote speech at Charlottesville’s Paramount Theatre.
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 Center for Data Ethics and Justice Collaboratory Data Activism Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Guest Speaker
Rebecca Schmidt leads a class on the COVID-19 response (image by Alyssa Brown).
December 11, 2023

UVA Students Study Lessons from Pandemic

Over 14 weeks, students heard from instructor Rebecca Schmidt and other experts who were deeply involved in the pandemic response.

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Farhana Faruqe
November 30, 2023

Breaking the Code: Empowering Girls in Bangladesh to Bridge the Gender Gap in Tech

Professor Farhana Faruqe has joined a growing movement that challenges gender norms in tech fields, starting in her home country of Bangladesh.

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UVa Rotunda and Lawn sunset scene
October 31, 2023

Two Data Science Students Among Inaugural Community Data Fellows Cohort

The program, in its first year, will focus on building capacity for community-engaged and equity-centered data science projects.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Gayta Science founder, Kelsey Campbell, and discussion moderator Cynthia Bing-Wo, president of oStem sitting together on a large green couch.
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. 

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karsh democracy 360 phil bourne introduction
October 22, 2023

Phil Bourne and Siri Russell Participate in Democracy360 at Karsh Institute

The School of Data Science sponsors and participates in the inaugural Karsh Institute's Democracy 360.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Oscar Wood is a 1995 graduate of UVA and serves on the board of the School of Data Science.
October 16, 2023

For Oscar Wood, Supporting New Data Science Bridge Program is a Full Circle Moment

Wood hopes to ensure students at the School of Data Science have the same opportunities he had at UVA by making a significant investment in a new bridge program.

Admissions Alumni BSDS Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Navigating AI Ethics and Data Activism with Renée Cummings
October 9, 2023

Navigating AI Ethics and Data Activism with Renée Cummings

Data activist and ethicist Renée Cummings discusses the impact of artificial intelligence on data and society.

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