Community Engagement News — School of Data Science

Data Justice Academy symposium participants

August 7, 2024

Data Justice Academy Alums Reunite and Look Toward Future

Fifteen alumni from the University of Virginia’s Data Justice Academy recently reconvened to reflect on their experiences and hone their data skills.

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Participants in the 2023 Data Justice Academy present research.

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.

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Students participate in the Starr Hill program.

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.

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Kevin Andrews delivers a presentation on digital accessibility as audience members look on.

June 20, 2024

Building a More Equitable Digital World: Kevin Andrews Brings Accessibility Message, Strategies to UVA

Kevin Andrews, a digital accessibility expert, discussed a wide range of topics pertaining to this issue during an appearance at the University of Virginia.

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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.

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May 30, 2024

Prince Afriyie Discusses Generative AI in Education on CBS19 ‘Inside The Numbers’

Prince Afriyie talks about the use of artificial intelligence in the classroom and how he thinks it’s an opportunity to help students learn.

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Winners from the Data is Art competition with their awards

May 13, 2024

Data Art Competition Draws More Than 130 Submissions

The School of Data Science hosted an art competition commemorating its new building and invited participants to tell the story of transforming data into art.

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Solar panels on the roof of the School of Data Science.

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.

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UVA Raven Society Members posing with The Raven banner outdoors

April 5, 2024

School of Data Science Ph.D. Students and Faculty Member Named To Raven Society

One faculty member and two Ph.D. students were recently selected to join The Raven Society, the oldest and most prestigious honor society at the University.

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