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January 24, 2025

MSDS Alumni Profile: Wyatt Scott

Wyatt D. Scott (MSDS '24), a Senior Quantitative Analyst at S&P Global Ratings, credits UVA's MSDS program with transforming his career, sharpening his programming and data engineering skills, and inspiring future goals, including a Ph.D.

Admissions Careers MSDS Student Spotlight
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January 23, 2025

Tailor Your Degree: Core and Collaborative Concentrations in UVA’s BSDS Program

Tailor your BSDS degree with core and collaborative concentrations, combining data science with fields like accounting, environmental science, neuroscience and more.

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January 23, 2025

Ph.D. Student Gia Smith Awarded a 2025 GEM Fellowship

Gia Smith, a third-year Ph.D. student at the University of Virginia School of Data Science, has been awarded a 2025 GEM Fellowship.

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UVA Data Science BSDS student Mason Nicoletti professional head shot circle crop
January 21, 2025

Engineering and Data Science: Two Paths, One Goal—Making a Meaningful Impact

BSDS Student-Ambassador Mason Nicoletti shares his thoughts on Engineering vs. Data Science degree paths and how both offer impactful careers, but your passion determines the best fit.

Admissions BSDS Careers Student Spotlight
UVA Data Science BSDS student Jia Park in the classroom with students and laptops
January 15, 2025

A Week in the Life: BSDS Student, Jia Park

Jia Park, a BSDS Class of 2027 student and ambassador, shares a glimpse into her week, balancing core data science classes, on-Grounds activities, and time for personal growth.

Admissions BSDS Student Spotlight
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January 14, 2025

BSDS Student Profile: Rachel Seo

BSDS Student Ambassador Rachel Seo discusses being a pioneer in the undergraduate program and her plans to use data science for the common good.

Academics BSDS Student Spotlight
UVA Data Science MSDS student Ashley Miller DJ-ing at soundboard
January 9, 2025

MSDS Residential Student Profile: Ashley Miller

From music to medicine, hospitality, and now data science, Ashley Miller's path to MSDS has been interdisciplinary and fueled by curiosity, creativity, and the pursuit of impact.

Admissions MSDS Student Spotlight
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January 9, 2025

Inside the UVA School of Data Science: What Makes a Strong BSDS Applicant?

Discover what the UVA School of Data Science seeks in BSDS applicants. From holistic reviews to embracing diverse backgrounds, learn tips to showcase your authentic self!

Admissions BSDS
Phil Bourne and students at graduation
January 9, 2025

MSDS Class of 2024: Celebrating Career Success in a Data-Driven World

The MSDS Class of 2024 achieved high employment, advancing careers across industries with top employers, supported by the School's rigorous program and dedicated career services.

Admissions Careers MSDS
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January 6, 2025

MSDS Residential Student Profile: Bereket Tafesse

Meet Bereket Tafesse, an MSDS student who pursued a double major in Computer Science and Applied Statistics as an undergraduate. Discover why she chose to continue her education at UVA and her thoughts about a future data science career.

Admissions MSDS Student Spotlight
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December 19, 2024

B.S. in Data Science Ambassador Zach Hasan On Why He Chose to Minor in Data Science

Zach Hasan, B.S. in Data Science Ambassador, discusses why he chose to minor in data science and how it compliments his Commerce degree.

Admissions Minor in Data Science Student Spotlight
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December 19, 2024

Empowering Tomorrow’s Data Scientists: Insights from Stephanie Joynes, Career Development Leader

Stephanie Joynes, Assistant Director for Career and Professional Development, helps students unlock opportunities, build skills, and launch successful futures in the ever-evolving world of data science.

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