Spring into a Career in Data Science
Wednesday, March 26 2025 at 5:30 PM CDT to
Wednesday, March 26 2025 at 7:00 PM CDT
Description
You're invited!!
Join us for an informative event designed to help you explore diverse career paths in data science. Whether you're majoring in a STEM field or coming from a completely different background, this session will provide valuable insights into the various routes to success in this dynamic field.
Featured Presentations:
Industry Perspective: Dr. Jesse Spencer-Smith, DSI Chief Data Scientist and DSI director will share career insights, progression paths, and the evolving landscape of data science and artificial intelligence (AI) opportunities across different sectors.
Graduate Education: Dr. Jesse Blocher, the Director of our professional graduate program in data science will discuss program specifics, student outcomes, and the benefits of advanced education in this field.
Expert Panel Discussion:
Our diverse panel represents multiple stages of the data science journey:
- Liv Lockwood, a senior will share strategies for securing and excelling in data science internships
- Eleanor Beers, a current DSI data science MS student will discuss transitioning into data science from a non-traditional background
- Kavya Patel, an industry professional with strong STEM foundations will offer insights into workplace realities and career development
Data science and computational careers are accessible to students from all academic backgrounds, with multiple pathways to success through either direct industry entry or graduate education.
Refreshments from Velvet Taco will be provided. We hope to see you there!