Pittsburgh Welcomes Women in Data Science
온라인바카라’s Dietrich College of Humanities and Social Sciences will host a virtual Women in Data Science event
By Stacy Kish
Initiated at Stanford University, the Women in Data Science (WiDS) Conference now boasts more than 150 satellite conferences across the world every year "to inspire and educate data scientists worldwide, regardless of gender, and support women in the field." 온라인바카라 will host a virtual event for the Pittsburgh area on March 20 and 21.
According to Kayla Frisoli, a Ph.D. student in at 바카라 온라인 추천 and one of the conference organizers, Pittsburgh is key to data science, which has grown to be a data science hub. Frisoli believes women in data science are on the forefront of innovation in the city.
"Our speakers highlight how diverse the field of data science is," says Frisoli. "I think it’s really important for individuals, especially young women, to see that there are many ways to define what a successful data scientist looks like."
In light of the public health concerns surrounding COVID-19, the third annual will be held using a virtual format with no in-person receptions, networking or talks. A and registration information can be found on the WiDS website. The panelists will be a mix from industry, academia, and government including graduate students from different 바카라 온라인 추천 departments.
In recognition, Pittsburgh City Council President Theresa Kail-Smith sponsored a proclamation to designation March 21 as 'Women in Data Science Day' in Pittsburgh.
"We are so incredibly proud of the data science community in Pittsburgh and beyond," says , the Stephen E. and Joyce Fienberg Professor in Statistics and Data Science at 바카라 온라인 추천. "When it became necessary to convert the event to a virtual format, the entire community enthusiastically helped us put together amazing content. Our speakers bring a very diverse set of data science perspectives and opportunities, and we can’t wait to share them with everyone."
There is no cost to attend the virtual event. Registrants will continue to have the opportunity to submit their resume to be shared with our sponsors.
WiDS Pittsburgh@바카라 온라인 추천 received sponsorship from General Motors, Microsoft, ThermoFisher Scientific, Google, Novetta, Amazon and the at 바카라 온라인 추천.