Student Experience: Data Science and Analytics allows students to be leaders, disruptors, and influencers in the ongoing global information revolution. We support students through scholarship, research, professional development, networking, and mentoring. As a Professional Science Masters (PSM) affiliated program, we implement PSM foundational principles (internship experience, networking opportunities with an industry advisory board, and business foundations) which better prepares our students to be successful professionals in their field of study. Our programs and pathways (the DSA MS, DSA Advanced Certificate, the DSA 4+1 pathway, and undergraduate DSA courses) fulfill a variety of student's educational needs. Our students excel by assuming responsibility for their work, being attentive and prepared for their courses, managing their time efficiently, and having intellectual curiosity.
Faculty and Staff Support: The Data Science and Analytics program, part of the Interdisciplinary Unit in Data Science and Analytics (IUDSA), provides resources for faculty and staff to enable research, scholarship, practice, consulting, instruction, and professional development. Our faculty, informed by the Industry Advisory Board members, share their expertise and excitement for the field through their teaching, mentoring, and networking opportunities, providing students with opportunities to grow inside and outside the classroom.
Industry Advisory Board: The Data Science and Analytics program maintains an Industry Advisory Board comprised of local professionals representing a variety of industry sectors that a) provides curriculum related input that is up-to-date and aligned with industry needs and trends b) helps prepare students for immediate contribution upon employment c) builds a network for our students that provides information about internships and job opportunities, and d) grows and markets the DSA program and data science in the community. We provide Industry Advisory Board members with recognition for their efforts, opportunities to network with faculty, students, fellow board colleagues and other members of the Western New York area data science community as well as access to talented interns and potential employees who are well prepared to join the data science workforce.
Diversity and Inclusion: The Data Science and Analytics program is dedicated to creating and sustaining a diverse educational environment. Our efforts include strategic initiatives to recruit, support, and retain students, faculty and staff from all backgrounds and perspectives. We advocate for policies that enhance educational equity and address inequity for all (our industry advisory board members, students, potential students, faculty, staff, and contributors). Our learning community welcomes diversity in every form. We believe these governing principles promote excellence and enrich the experience for everyone involved with the DSA program at Buffalo State and in the surrounding communities.
Visibility: The DSA program supports the mission of Buffalo State College. As a representative of Buffalo State, we are a resource for the local community by promoting interest in data science and improving the quality of professionals in the field.
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