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UVA Data Science MSDS online student Richard Lopez professional headshot
March 10, 2026

MSDS Online Student Profile: Richard Lopez

From career change to coding confidence, Richard Lopez’s MSDS journey proves you can build new skills, set big goals, and still make time for soccer.

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UVA Data Science MSDS online student Sarah Hawthorne professional headshot
February 27, 2026

MSDS Online Student Profile: Sarah Hawthorne

A Data Specialist reflects on her journey from undergrad research to the M.S. in Data Science program and how it’s shaping her future in analytics and education.

Academics Admissions MSDS Student Spotlight
A statue on a marble pedestal stands before a grand building with columns and a dome under a colorful sunset sky.
February 24, 2026

Rigor, Relevance, and Real-World Depth: The UVA Online MSDS Advantage

UVA’s online master's in data science blends rigorous core courses with cutting-edge electives, empowering students to customize their path and impact.

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Football player standing in the rain in a football stadium
February 5, 2026

Analyzing NFL Game-Day Weather with Data Science

Does weather affect NFL scores? MSDS student Chapin (Meny) Large uses data to find out how temperature, wind, and precipitation impact game-day performance.

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Chapin Meny Large fishing and holding up a fish with a fishing pole and water in the background.
February 2, 2026

A Week in the Life: Online MSDS Student Chapin (Meny) Large

Follow Chapin Meny Large’s week as a UVA MSDS Online student – balancing toxicology work, evening classes, and community while fusing science and data.

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Photo of Luke Black and his baby outside with trees in the background.
January 28, 2026

MSDS Online Student Profile: Luke Black

With 25 years in pharma, Luke Black is leveraging data science to unlock AI-driven insights, modernize medicine development, and continue a UVA family legacy.

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UVA Data Science MSDS online student James Martter in a canyon near a river
January 26, 2026

MSDS Online Student Profile: James Martter

Why go to grad school for data science? MSDS Online student James Martter explains how UVA is helping him close the gap, turning his experience into expertise.

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UVA Data Science grid of head shots of the MSDS online ambassadors and alumni
January 20, 2026

MSDS Online Program Student and Alumni Ambassadors

Get the student perspective from our Admission Ambassadors for the M.S. in Data Science Online program. Send an email, make an appointment, and learn more!

Admissions MSDS Student Spotlight Team Profile
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December 5, 2025

New Python and R Boot Camps Offered for Future Data Scientists

Whether you’re preparing for a data science program or sharpening your job skills, our flexible Python and R Boot Camps help you build confidence in coding.

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UVA Data Science MSDS online student Savanna Cabrera outdoors selfie shot
November 13, 2025

MSDS Online Student Profile: Savanna Cabrera

Savanna Cabrera shares her journey from zoology and museum collections to UVA’s Online MSDS program, where she’s using data science to advance modern biology.

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UVA Data Science MSDS online student Amanda Coffey at Horseshoe Canyon Utah
November 6, 2025

MSDS Online Student Profile: Amanda Coffey

From Morgan Stanley to Lisbon, Amanda Coffey is advancing her data science career — thanks to the online program that moves with her as a military spouse.

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UVA Data Science Capital One Hub filled with students and recruiters at Data Science Analytics Night career event
October 10, 2025

Building Connections and Confidence: Highlights from the Data Science and Analytics Night

UVA Data Science students reflect on meaningful conversations, career insights, and the power of community at the Fall 2025 Data Science and Analytics Night.

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