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For Savanah Manns, choosing UNC Charlotte meant finding the perfect balance between strong academics, natural surroundings, and career opportunity. A Charlotte native who also spent a semester at Appalachian State, Savanah wanted to study in a growing city where she could build meaningful professional connections while continuing to explore her interests. Now a graduate at […]

The UNC Charlotte School of Data Science is pleased to highlight Professor Ilieva Ageenko’s leadership, industry knowledge, and educational influence. Her work places SDS at the forefront of applied data science education. Bringing executive expertise from driving digital transformation at top U.S. financial institutions, Professor Ageenko plays a significant role in bridging corporate strategy, artificial […]

Artificial intelligence, or AI, is reshaping our world faster than ever imagined. From medical offices and banking institutions to universities and beyond, AI is now used as a tool to accelerate and streamline processes across industries. But is it really simplifying or enhancing our lives – and who gets to be a part of the […]

Director and Professor, School of Data Science | UNC Charlotte The School of Data Science at UNC Charlotte is proud to highlight the leadership, scholarship, and impact of Dr. Dongsong Zhang, whose work continues to shape SDS as a national leader in data science education, research, and community engagement. As Director and Professor, Dr. Zhang […]

Sijia Qian, new this fall to UNC Charlotte’s School of Data Science, is blazing trails – in the classroom and her lab.  For the University’s inaugural cohort of students pursuing a Ph.D. in data science, Qian is teaching a research design course that is eliciting “aha moments” over the connection of quality design to meaningful insights from […]

When Natarajan Ravikumar arrived in the United States from India in 2010, he carried with him a vision that would later define a remarkable career at the intersection of technology, leadership, and innovation. Today, he stands as a Distinguished Technology Leader at Honeywell, celebrated globally for his transformative contributions to artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and cloud […]

For Mirsad Hadžikadić, who played a pivotal role in the school’s inception and now leads the Data Science and Business Analytics program, that mission remains as essential as ever. “The School of Data Science arose from a clearly identified need of businesses in the region to have access to a highly skilled data science talent […]

When Gokula Vijayakumar began her Master’s in Data Science and Business Analytics at UNC Charlotte, she knew she had chosen a field full of promise — one that would challenge her intellectually and inspire her professionally. Every course became a stepping stone toward mastery, sharpening her skills in modeling, visualization, analytics, and the ethical use […]

Starting his graduate journey in a new country with just $700 in his pocket, Mugilan Thiyagarajan knew the road ahead would not be easy. But through resilience, hard work, and the support of his family, he transformed challenges into achievements—culminating in his graduation this past August with a Master’s in Data Science and Business Analytics […]

When Manasa Vuppu looks back on her graduate journey at UNC Charlotte, she doesn’t just see classes and coursework — she sees transformation. This August, she graduated with her Master of Science in Data Science and Business Analytics, carrying with her a story defined by curiosity, resilience, and innovation. Originally from Hyderabad, India, Vuppu chose […]