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Stop by our table to learn more about the Data Science minor and enter to win an amazing gift basket!
Dec. 1, 2023—Featuring a Stanley Cup among other fantastic prizes! And as if that’s not enticing enough, we’ve got fresh baked cookies from Tiff’s Treats! See you there!
Student Spotlight: Ilayda Koca ’25
Nov. 17, 2023—Today we are highlighting Junior Ilayda Koca, and her experience with Undergraduate Data Science Minor at Vanderbilt. Hear more about what she has to say about her experience. “Last spring, I took a project course as a part of my Data Science minor requirements to contribute to the Legal Project lead by Professor Bell at...
Faculty Spotlight: Chris Strauss (DS 3100 | SP ’24)
Nov. 7, 2023—This week, we feature Professor Chris Strauss (he/they), a senior lecturer in the Department of Psychology and Human Development. With a strong foundation in quantitative psychology, Professor Strauss is set to inspire students in the upcoming course DS 3100 in the Spring 2024 semester! Professor Strauss’s educational journey began in the University of Oklahoma where...
Settling in: Undergraduate business, data science minors find new homes
Oct. 31, 2023—Two popular undergraduate minors have found new homes on campus. Beginning in fall 2024, the Hoogland Undergraduate Business Program will be housed at the Owen Graduate School of Management, while data science will become the 10th minor offered by the School of Engineering.
Hiring TAs and Graders for Spring 2024
Oct. 26, 2023—The Data Science Minor is hiring TAs and graders for Spring 2024 in some of the most high-demand data science courses on campus. TA applications will be open for the following courses: DS 1000, DS 3100, and DS 3262; while Grader applications will be open for the following courses: DS 1000, and DS 1100. As...
Visit Us on Halloween to Discover the Data Science Minor and Win Prizes!
Oct. 25, 2023—Join us this Halloween for a spooktacular experience! Stop by our table to explore the exciting opportunities the Data Science minor has to offer and get a chance to win some fantastic prizes. Date: Halloween (October 31st) Time: 11:00-1:00PM Location: Sarratt Promenade Whether you’re already considering the Data Science minor or just curious to learn...
Faculty Spotlight: J. Andrés Gannon (DS 3100/Spring 2024)
Oct. 18, 2023—This week, we highlight Professor J. Andrés Gannon, Assistant Professor in the Department of Political Science at Vanderbilt University. He is also a Faculty Affiliate at the Data Science Institute. In Spring 2024, students can look forward to him teaching DS 3100: Fundamentals of Data Science. Professor Gannon’s educational journey began at the University of...
Computer Programming with AI for Non-Programmers
Oct. 3, 2023—Generative AI allows you to solve complex problems that requiring computer programming–without you having to know how to program! Learn how to tackle problems using generative AI and Code Interpreter in this interactive session. Audience: Students, Faculty, & Staff Register here
Advising Sessions
Sep. 25, 2023—Do you have questions about your spring course selections or need guidance on registration? We would love to invite you to join us on either Tuesday, October 10th at 4:30 pm in Furman 114 or Wednesday, October 11th at 5:30 pm on Zoom for an advising session. There will be pizza, door prizes, and advisors...
Student Spotlight: Sarah Goldstein (’26)
Sep. 18, 2023—Today, we are highlighting Sophomore Sarah Goldstein (’26) and her experience with the Data Science Minor! “My engagement with Vanderbilt’s data science minor program has been highly useful and beneficial thus far. I’ve had the opportunity to learn two new programming languages already (R and Python), which will enhance my prospects in my biomedical engineering...