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timely scholarship. “One of my goals at PLU is to promote early engagement of undergraduate students – especially for women and underrepresented students – in machine learning, bioinformatics, and the data science field,” he says. “I want to inspire students to pursue advanced STEM education and research careers.”  Cao explains: “Not only is research interesting for the students, I think it’s truly an important part of their education in computer science. I liken it to the Chinese proverb, from

research to make our nation safer and stronger. Pacific Northwest National Laboratories has offices in Seattle and Richland, WA and does work in the areas of Sustainable Energy, National Security, Data Science and Computing, and Scientific Discovery (including Biology, Chemistry, Earth and Coastal Sciences, and Physics). Whether our researchers are unlocking the mysteries of Earth’s climate, helping modernize the U.S. electric power grid, or safeguarding ports around the world from nuclear smuggling

. I would really like to end up in data science or business analytics. When I looked at all the programs I felt like this program was unique and could help me diversify myself from other applicants on the job market.” Pam GantPam is originally from Georgia but now calls Tacoma home. She enjoys doing DIY projects on her house with her husband, snuggling with her two mini schnauzers, and reading anything Isaac Asimov. As a PLU alumna with a degree in Psychology, she is happy to be back on campus

3 Reasons to Get a Master’s Degree in Marketing Analytics Posted by: Catherine Chan / January 18, 2021 January 18, 2021 Pursuing a Marketing Analytics degree equips you to make a difference for businesses. Discover 3 reasons to get a master’s degree in marketing analytics.Today, we are experiencing a “data explosion.” With messaging and media all around us, you may not be surprised to hear that. But that begs the question: why are we inundated with so much information today?In part, the

development skills and expand their networks. Duties may include project management, collecting and analyzing large quantities of data, performing engineering calculations, reviewing plans, drafting technical memos, presenting findings, and participating in team meetings. Engineering interns will also be able to collaborate with a team, network with other professionals, and learn about various projects across our water system. Applications due February 26, 2024.   https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers

what guide Starbucks’ social media content and messaging, making them an integral part to the work of Doan and his team. Having an MSMR background, even in a role that does not have a heavy emphasis (or any emphasis) of data analysis and statistics, is still instrumental in his work. “When I speak to someone from our data science team, I know what they are talking about… I know how to ask the right questions” More than anything else, Doan appreciates that his MSMR degree has given him the ability

students are continuing work on a project through the Network for International Collaborative Exchange (NICE), researching attitudes, coping mechanisms, beliefs, and more surrounding COVID-19. Data from around the world collected in that study is now being analyzed and will be consolidated into a single dataset. “We’ll then begin our data analysis and a writeup this summer,” Cook said. All of these steps will involve collaboration between an international lead team of researchers.” Both professors not

Competition The Quigg Award will also go toward the expansion of PLU’s Data Science program through its DataFest Competition. DataFest is an annual competition sponsored by the American Statistical Association and hosted at various universities across the U.S. DataFest is an opportunity for students to work on collaboration, data wrangling, visualization, communication, and applying a host of analytic methods as they ask questions, recognize complexities, and consider the ethical implications of

really awesome to pair with other science majors to give more math background to support those concepts,” said Nicola Justice, assistant professor of mathematics. “Such double majors will be set apart and stronger in the job market.” Due to its interdisciplinary nature, the applied mathematics major pairs well with other natural sciences majors such as computer science, physics, and chemistry, as well as with an economics or data science minor. The applied mathematics major is offered in alongside

Major Minute: Mathematics Posted by: mhines / May 10, 2024 May 10, 2024 As a student in PLU’s Mathematics Program, ancient principles merge seamlessly with cutting-edge techniques, equipping you with the skills needed to comprehend and contribute to the latest developments in mathematics and statistics. Every course will empower you with the knowledge and insights essential for success in today’s data-driven world, from the foundations of calculus to the intricacies of statistical analysis