Datapalooza is an annual conference hosted by the University of Virginia’s School of Data Science that brings together more than 500 attendees from across higher education, industry, and the greater data science community.
First launched in 2017, Datapalooza has evolved from a research exposition to a platform where anyone interested in data science can connect with experts and expand their knowledge and skillsets.
Datapalooza aligns with the core values of the School of Data Science—to further discovery, share knowledge, and make a positive impact on society through collaborative, open, and responsible data science research and education.
The School of Data Science is calling for Workshop Proposals for Datapalooza 2021: Learning in Action to be held virtually and in-person on Friday, November 19, in Charlottesville, VA. This year's theme, "Learning In Action," is inspired by the interdisciplinary values and applications of data science to address world problems with the intention to share knowledge and build community. Workshops are meant to engage and inform conference participants about a data science topic or tool. We encourage individuals or groups of two to submit.
Send workshop proposals to Marketing Manager Danielle D'Andrea by September 30, 2021. Selected submissions will be notified by October 20, 2021. If chosen, presenters will be asked to provide a short bio and headshot which will be featured on the event website and program book.
Corporate sponsorships are available. If you or your firm is interested in sponsoring a keynote speaker, workshop, closed captioning, or the conference in general, please reach out to Chief of Staff Arlyn Burgess.
The School of Data Science at the University of Virginia
We are a new kind of school—a school without walls—guided by common goals: to further discovery, share knowledge, and make a positive impact on society through collaborative, open, and responsible data science research and education. Founded in 2019 through a $120 million gift, the largest in UVA history, the School is positioned to play an integral leadership role in the global digital future. Focusing on interdisciplinary, collaborative research and education, the School joins other departments across UVA, the community, industry, government, and non-profit organizations to use data science to further discovery and make a positive impact on society.
Who should submit?
- Higher education teaching professionals in data science
- Researchers in data science
- Industry experts in data science
- Members of the UVA data science community
What topics are preferred?
- Data science and medicine
- Data science and education/humanities
- Data science and business
- Data science and the cybersecurity/defense
- Data science and the environment
- Data science and our community
- Data science and innovation
How do I submit my proposal?
Send the below information to Marketing Manager Danielle D'Andrea by September 30, 2021.
- Presenter(s) names
- Workshop Title
- Participant learning objective(s)
- Short Abstract (250 words or less)
- Target audience (students, data science professionals, community, etc.)
- Prerequisite knowledge or skills required, optional
- Preferred delivery format (virtual, in-person, either)
- Preferred workshop length (45 or 90 minutes)
