University of Pittsburgh’s Data Science Day 2025 is excited to welcome Dr. Joseph T. Yun as a keynote speaker.
Dr. Yun, an artificial intelligence and innovation architect, also serves as a research professor of electrical and computer engineering at the Swanson School of Engineering.
Universities have long been places of tradition, yet their resilience comes from an inherent ability to evolve. As artificial intelligence (AI) and data science continue to reshape industries, research, and education, institutions must ask: How can we harness the power of AI responsibly while fostering cross-disciplinary collaboration to drive institutional innovation?
In the Feb. 28 installment of the Server-side Chat Series, Jason Westman shared his career journey and key lessons learned from his experience in IT, engineering, and product ownership.
Starting in a remote area, Jason worked his way up from a manager position at FedEx to a senior management role, where he navigated complex contract negotiations and corporate shifts. His career trajectory exemplifies an opportunistic mindset, embracing change, and leveraging diverse experiences before moving into leadership positions.
On Jan. 17, 2025, Dr. Kendra Oliver presented on the Responsible Data Science initiative developed by RDS@Pitt community to a class of data science master students at Vanderbilt University, offering a compelling discussion on the role of frameworks in guiding ethical data practices. Her talk emphasized the delicate balance between performance and principles, demonstrating why responsible data science must be both rigorous and adaptable to real-world contexts.
The RDS@Pitt hosted an engaging session featuring Andy Hannah, chair of the RDS@Pitt Advisory Board and a seasoned leader in data science, during its first server-side chat.
Frameworks are loved because they turn chaos into clarity. They simplify decisions, boost confidence, and make complex problems manageable.
By blending structure with action, frameworks empower collaboration, innovation, and success—perfect tools for tackling big challenges
RDS@Pitt is excited to announce its participation in the upcoming 3 Rivers Venture Fair (3RVF), where industry and academic leaders will convene to explore emerging trends, investments, and innovations shaping the future.
One key highlight of the event will be the panel discussion titled “The Responsible Use of Data & AI and the Use of Data for Good,” which promises to deliver thought-provoking insights from experts across multiple sectors.
At the heart of the RDS@Pitt initiative lies a comprehensive and strategic organization that fosters responsible data science through collaboration, innovation, and interdisciplinary partnerships.
Here’s a closer look at how RDS@Pitt is structured to achieve its mission.
