{"id":1685,"date":"2025-08-27T22:25:47","date_gmt":"2025-08-27T22:25:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.vanderbilt.edu\/undergrad-datascience\/?p=1685"},"modified":"2025-08-27T22:25:47","modified_gmt":"2025-08-27T22:25:47","slug":"crack-the-code-ds-minor-info-session-tues-sept-2nd-530pm-commons-mpr","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.vanderbilt.edu\/undergrad-datascience\/2025\/08\/27\/crack-the-code-ds-minor-info-session-tues-sept-2nd-530pm-commons-mpr\/","title":{"rendered":"Crack the Code &#8211; DS Minor Info Session | Tues Sept 2nd, 5:30pm, Commons MPR"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"><strong>Ready to add a competitive edge to your degree? Join us for an exciting exploration of the Data Science Minor!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">Whether you&#8217;re curious about career opportunities, wondering about course requirements, or simply want to understand how data science can enhance your current major, this session is designed for you. We&#8217;ll break down everything you need to know about declaring the DS Minor, from prerequisite courses to the incredible doors it can open in your field.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"text-xl font-bold text-text-100 mt-1 -mb-0.5\">What You&#8217;ll Discover<\/h2>\n<p>The Data Science Minor isn&#8217;t just about adding another line to your transcript. It&#8217;s about positioning yourself at the intersection of your passion and one of the fastest-growing fields in the world.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-1687 alignright\" style=\"font-size: 19.2px\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.vanderbilt.edu\/vu-wpfsx\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/105\/2025\/08\/2025-08-27-DS-Minor-Info-Session.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"362\" height=\"362\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.vanderbilt.edu\/vu-wpfsx\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/105\/2025\/08\/2025-08-27-DS-Minor-Info-Session.png 1080w, https:\/\/cdn.vanderbilt.edu\/vu-wpfsx\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/105\/2025\/08\/2025-08-27-DS-Minor-Info-Session-600x600.png 600w, https:\/\/cdn.vanderbilt.edu\/vu-wpfsx\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/105\/2025\/08\/2025-08-27-DS-Minor-Info-Session-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.vanderbilt.edu\/vu-wpfsx\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/105\/2025\/08\/2025-08-27-DS-Minor-Info-Session-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/cdn.vanderbilt.edu\/vu-wpfsx\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/105\/2025\/08\/2025-08-27-DS-Minor-Info-Session-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.vanderbilt.edu\/vu-wpfsx\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/105\/2025\/08\/2025-08-27-DS-Minor-Info-Session-300x300.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 362px) 100vw, 362px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Whether you&#8217;re in engineering, liberal arts, business, or any other discipline, data science skills are increasingly valuable across all industries.<\/p>\n<ul class=\"[&amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc space-y-1.5 pl-7\">\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"><strong>Requirements &amp; Pathways:<\/strong> Get the full breakdown of courses, prerequisites, and how the minor fits with your current academic plan<\/li>\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"><strong>Career Opportunities:<\/strong> Learn how the DS Minor can amplify your major and open new professional possibilities<\/li>\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"><strong>Student Organizations:<\/strong> Meet representatives from data science clubs and find your community<\/li>\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"><strong>Research &amp; Internship Opportunities:<\/strong> Discover ways to get hands-on experience while you&#8217;re still a student<\/li>\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"><strong>Networking:<\/strong> Connect with current DS Minor students and hear about their experiences<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 class=\"text-xl font-bold text-text-100 mt-1 -mb-0.5\">Event Details<\/h2>\n<p class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\"><strong>When:<\/strong> Tuesday, September 2nd, 5:30pm-6:30pm<br \/>\n<strong>Where:<\/strong> Commons Multipurpose Room (MPR)<br \/>\n<strong>Dinner:<\/strong> Hattie B&#8217;s will be provided!<\/p>\n<p class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">Come hungry and curious\u2014we&#8217;ll feed both your appetite and your ambition. 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