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Datapalooza Sports Lightning Talk. A panel of three people, two men and one woman, sit at a table with microphones in a conference room. They are speaking to an audience.
February 6, 2023

Data Science and Sports: The Ultimate Team Game

Although individual goals are very different, both disciplines use data to discover and understand patterns to boost performance and outcomes.

Sports Datapalooza
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February 6, 2023

The Art of Data: Visualizing Different Data Problems

MSDS Student Chris Longchamp remarks on Data Visualization and how data is represented in different contexts.

Datapalooza
A referee raises the arm of a victorious wrestler in an orange "Virginia" singlet. The wrestler appears focused; spectators watch in the background.
February 6, 2023

Antrassian Making Most of UVA Experience

Ranked No. 17 nationally, UVA wrestler and MSDS student Neil Antrassian thrives in the classroom and the arena.

Admissions Sports MSDS Student Spotlight
Zachary Jacokes, in formal attire with a black bow tie and vest, stands in a softly lit room. The background features a white wall and window.
January 26, 2023

Ph.D. Student Selected for Prestigious Raven Society

Zach Jacokes, a doctoral student at the School of Data Science, has received the prestigious honor of being selected to join the Raven Society at the University of Virginia.

Admissions
Brandtly Jones, with a beard and a gentle smile, is in focus against a blurred background of lush green foliage. The lighting is warm, conveying a serene mood.
January 20, 2023

MSDS Residential Student Profile: Brandtly Jones

MSDS student Brandtly Jones shares his journey from the Classics to the classroom (as teacher and student) and why he's enthralled with all things data science.

Student Spotlight MSDS Careers Admissions
UVA students David Roselle and Peter Layne in suits smile warmly at the camera in front of an arched background. A badge reads "Poets & Quants Most Disruptive Startups 2022."
January 12, 2023

Data Science Minor Student Creates Mobile Application for Event Tracking

Data science minor student creates DoorList, a mobile app for tracking event registration and entry.

Admissions
Gabriel Rushin and Reggie Leonard are engaged in a friendly conversation in a casual setting. One leans on a chair, smiling, while the other stands with a mask in hand, also smiling.
December 7, 2022

Recruitment Night Brings Alumni Back on Grounds

MSDS Alumnus Gabriel Rushin returned to support and encourage current MSDS students. He currently works for P&G as a Senior Technical Product Manager...

Alumni Admissions
A group of nine people, called SDS All Stars in matching white sports shirts sit and kneel indoors, smiling at the camera. A soccer ball is held by one person, conveying a sporty and cheerful atmosphere.
December 1, 2022

Having Fun In the Classroom and On the Field

One of the ways that students relieve stress and have a little fun with one another is through the intramural sports programs offered at the University.

Admissions MSDS Sports Student Affairs Student Spotlight
Jason Wang smiling outdoors, wearing a suit and tie. He stands in front of white columns with green foliage in the background, conveying a formal yet joyful mood.
November 21, 2022

Ph.D. Student Profile: Jason Wang

Doctoral student Jason Wang wants to use computer vision to understand how professional athletes move to help amateurs improve their game and reduce injuries.

Admissions
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November 16, 2022

Gearing Up For the Long Haul, Students Select Capstone Projects

The Capstone Project selection process is one of the most exciting times for M.S. in Data Science students.

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November 15, 2022

Balancing Competitive Biking and Online M.S. in Data Science

Behind the handlebars, Abigail Snyder is an elite mountain bike athlete who travels around the country competing. Behind the computer, she is an Online M.S...

Admissions MSDS
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November 4, 2022

A Week in the Life: First-Year Ph.D. Student

Learn more about Ph.D. student life from first-year Bryan Christ. Gain insight into his schedule, collaboration, research and extracurricular fun.

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