Data Science for Social Good - Summer 2024
Research Experience for Undergraduates at 51²è¹Ý in Dallas, TX
June 3 - July 26, 2024
Learn how to use data science tools for improving the lives of people. You will join a team of researchers using data to find solutions to pressing economic and environmental problems affecting neighborhoods in the city of Dallas, Texas. This material is based upon work supported by the National Science Foundation under .
Participants begin with a 2-week bootcamp to learn data science techniques using Python. Then, participants are placed in small teams under the guidance of 51²è¹Ý faculty mentors. Previous mentors have included (Bush Institute/Economics), Dr. Anthony Petrosino (Teaching & Learning) and Professor Mary Spector (Law). Participants also attend weekly professional development workshops and symposia, and have multiple opportunities to present their work.
Participants receive
- Stipend of $4800
- Free on-campus room and board
- Social activities and field trips
Eligibility Requirements
- U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident
- Completed Sophomore or Junior Year of college with strong academic record
- Major in math, statistics, computer science or related field and an interest in social science OR major in social science field and an interest in data science
Application Requirements
- Transcript (an unofficial transcript is sufficient)
- 1 letter of recommendation
Applications are closed for 2024.
Any opinions, findings, and conclusions or recommendations expressed in this material are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the National Science Foundation.