Data Science for Social Justice Week
The Data Science for Social Justice Week at Howard University provides a platform for scholars from diverse disciplines to showcase interdisciplinary, innovative, and impactful research in data science, spanning academia, industry, and government sectors. This year's events will feature a Digital Discussion focusing on the development of an Anti-Racist AI framework, student poster presentations emphasizing Data Justice, and the 2nd Annual Mastercard-sponsored Inclusive Growth and Racial Equity Thought Leadership Lecture Series. Additionally, our MS in Data Science Open House will offer insights into our program's offerings and opportunities.
Day 1: Faculty Data Science Training
Tuesday, February 18, Faculty Activity: Workshop: Unlock the Power of Data and Gain Access to a Unique Dataset for your Research with Python & R and the NIH All of Us Data Set
Location: In-person
Day 2: Inclusive Growth and Racial Equity Thought Leadership Lecture Series
Join us Thursday, February 20th, for an engaging and thought-provoking lecture as part of the Spring Inclusive Growth and Racial Equity Thought Leadership Series, featuring Dr. Ibram X. Kendi, renowned scholar, historian, and author. As the Andrew W. Mellon Professor in the Humanities, Dr. Kendi has been at the forefront of critical conversations on racial justice, policy reform, and equitable growth.
Day 3: Data Science Open House
Friday February 21, we invite all interested applicants to a Virtual Open House.
The Howard University MS in Applied Data Science and Analytics program will prepare students for successful careers in a burgeoning and prospering field. With a unique emphasis on Social Justice and the growing importance of understanding data across academic disciplines, this three-semester long program provides students with traditional data science opportunities while also offering specializations in the areas of Minority Health & Health Disparities, Environmental Justice, and Economic Empowerment.
