U-M's Premier Applied Data Science Club

MDST's semesterly projects teach U-M students how to use data science to solve problems, offering them the chance to learn key skills and work with emerging tech.

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Recruiting Timeline

  1. Festifall Central @ Booth D79

    Stop by our booth to meet the E-Board and learn about MDST.

  2. Mass Meeting 1 @ EH 1360

    Join us to hear more about MDST and how to become a member. Prospective members do not need to attend both mass meetings.

  3. Tutorial 1 @ Fishbowl Classroom

    Introduction to the command line and Q&A.

  4. Mass Meeting 2 @ Michigan Union (Wolverine Room)

    Join us to hear more about MDST and how to become a member. Prospective members do not need to attend both mass meetings.

  5. Office Hours 1 @ UGLI Third Floor

    Troubleshooting session for setup, tutorials, and checkpoints.

  6. Tutorial 2 - Data Science @ Fishbowl Classroom

    Build basic data science knowledge for project participation.

  7. Project Exploration Fair @ CCCB 2460

    Explore MDST projects this semester and choose your favorites to signup for.

  8. Office Hours 2 @ UGLI Third Floor

    Troubleshooting session for setup, tutorials, and checkpoints.

  9. Office Hours 3 @ UGLI Third Floor

    Troubleshooting session for setup, tutorials, and checkpoints.

  10. Project Sign-Ups Due

    Sign up for your preferred projects. New members submit tutorial checkpoints.

  11. First Project Work Session @ BSB 1060 / CCCB 2460

    Meet your team and start work on your projects!

Michigan Data Science Team (MDST) is the largest data science club at the University of Michigan, dedicated to equipping U-M students with the skills needed for future data-driven careers.
We believe data science is for everyone. Each semester, MDST runs team-based projects, allowing you to learn and practice data science skills and their applications in a variety of domains.
We also host guest talks, workshops, and socials - all opportunities to meet and interact with the larger data science community at the U-M and beyond.

All U-M students are welcome to join MDST. Join now 

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