Applications of Data Science with City Datasets: Poster Session at UT Austin
On April 30, 2025, I hosted a public poster session showcasing student projects focusing on datasets from the City of Austin Open Data Portal, held at the University of Texas at Austin. Projects ranged widely in focus, from environmental data to transportation and public safety, demonstrating the breadth of student inquiry and analysis.
The session drew over 50 attendees, including university faculty, staff, fellow students, and city employees. The presence of city staff created valuable opportunities for dialogue, allowing students to share insights and ask questions about the real-world context and implications of their work.
This event served as both a celebration of student investigation and an example of meaningful community-university collaboration.
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Offering Real-World Opportunities for Students Enrolled in Statistics and Data Science Undergraduate Research
The primary goal of this community-based service project is to provide experiential learning opportunities for undergraduates interested in statistics and data sciences while supporting the broader Austin-area community. Coordinating with local organizations, students enrolled in some of our SDS courses are gaining hands-on experience in data analysis while exploring authentic contexts. This innovative and collaborative effort provides a community-based model that allows students and local organizations to co-develop and answer real-world research questions.