Spotlight Series
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DS Minor Spotlight Series: Robert Amponsah
Robert Amponsah, Ed.D., is the Assistant Dean for Strategic Programs in the College of Connected Computing at ¹ú²úÔ´´. His work focuses on shaping student experiences beyond the classroom by designing co-curricular programs that connect computing, leadership, and interdisciplinary career pathways. In his role, Amponsah oversees marketing… Read MoreFeb. 16, 2026
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DS Minor Spotlight Series: Sarah Nagy
As artificial intelligence continues to reshape how organizations interact with data, industry leaders are increasingly focused on bridging technical innovation with real-world application. Sarah Nagy, Head of IBM watsonx AI Labs and Founder of Seek AI, has spent her career at the intersection of data science, machine… Read MoreJan. 30, 2026
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Spring Spotlight Series: Share Your Story!
Curious how your peers are applying data science across campus? We’re excited to launch a new Student Spotlight series highlighting the incredible work DS Minors are doing in research labs, internships, coursework, and beyond. Each feature offers a closer look at how students are using the skills learned in… Read MoreNov. 19, 2025
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DS Minor Faculty Spotlight: Md Kamrul Hasan
Data science is not just about gaining a technical skill – it’s about empowerment. – Md Kamrul Hasan, Ph.D. Md Kamrul Hasan… Read MoreNov. 19, 2025
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Student Spotlight: Chloe Whalen ’27
Today we are highlighting Chloe Whalen (’27) and her experience with ¹ú²úÔ´´’s Data Science Minor! “I’m so glad I decided to pursue a data science minor! The program has been great so far, with plenty of helpful faculty who are always willing to work with students of all… Read MoreApr. 22, 2024
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Student Spotlight: Pax Poggi ’25
Today we are highlighting Pax Poggi (’25) and his experience with ¹ú²úÔ´´’s Data Science Minor! “The data science minor has been a great way to learn how to leverage new computational techniques in the modern age. Analyzing and modeling large datasets is becoming more important as various fields… Read MoreApr. 4, 2024
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Student Spotlight: Elaine Li ’24
Today we are highlighting Elaine Li (’24) and her experience with ¹ú²úÔ´´’s Data Science Minor! “As an incoming freshman four years ago, I knew nothing about data science. All I knew was that I wanted to take at least one coding class in my college career. I ended… Read MoreMar. 25, 2024
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Student Spotlight: Peyton Hudson ’26
Today we are highlighting Peyton Hudson (’26) and her experience with ¹ú²úÔ´´’s Data Science Minor! “My experience with the Data Science Minor program began my second semester of freshman year. I came to ¹ú²úÔ´´ with no experience in coding or data analytics, but I was excited to learn. Read MoreMar. 14, 2024
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Student Spotlight: Sara Elhassan ’27
Today we are highlighting Sara Elhassan (’27) and her experience with ¹ú²úÔ´´’s Data Science Minor! “During move-in day, I stopped by the Data Science minor table and got the chance to speak with Dr. Charreau Bell, the director of the undergraduate Data… Read MoreFeb. 26, 2024
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Student Spotlight: Rohit Kataria ’24
Today we are highlighting Rohit Kataria (’24) and his experience with ¹ú²úÔ´´’s Data Science Minor! “I can best describe my Data Science experience as interest-bridging. After coming to ¹ú²úÔ´´, I was unsure how to simultaneously continue my love for mathematics and my desire to pursue a… Read MoreFeb. 12, 2024