UVA President Jim Ryan expressed his excitement about the grand opening of the School of Data Science, which he credited to the vision and advocacy of past university administrators, particularly Terry Sullivan. Ryan emphasized the importance of the students, faculty, staff, and alumni in bringing life to the school.
Jaffray Woodriff, a UVA graduate from 1991 who used early artificial intelligence to predict stock trends and directed funds from his family foundation to support the creation of the building, was also present at the event. Woodbriff shared how the study of data science had transformed his life and expressed his excitement that it is now accessible to everyone at the University of Virginia.
The grand opening of the School of Data Science was a momentous occasion for the University community. President Ryan and Jaffray Woodbriff acknowledged the contributions of past leaders and donors who made the establishment of the school possible. The event celebrated the achievements of students, faculty, staff, and alumni who will shape the future of data science. The new building stands as a symbol of progress and innovation in this field.
President Ryan expressed gratitude towards everyone involved in making this momentous occasion possible. He thanked Terry Sullivan for his vision and advocacy that led to establishing a Data Science Institute which laid down a solid foundation for creating a School of Data Science.
As he addressed an audience filled with students, faculty members, staff members, alumni, and donors alike – including Jaffray Woodriff – President Ryan emphasized how crucial it was for everyone involved in shaping this new school’s success.
“Today marks not just a milestone but a new chapter in our journey towards becoming one of America’s top research universities,” said President Ryan during his address.
With its cutting-edge facilities like state-of-the-art labs equipped with advanced technology and resources like machine learning algorithms or big data platforms – it is clear that UVA is set on positioning itself as a leader in data science education.
The grand opening ceremony culminated in an evening reception where guests could interact with each other over food and drinks while exploring some amazing exhibits showcasing real-world applications related to data science by current students or alumni working professionals.
In conclusion, UVA’s School of Data Science represents not just another addition to its roster but rather serves as evidence that even small changes can lead to significant developments over time when driven by passionate individuals committed to their cause.
