Women in AI and Data Science Conference

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM, November 3rd, 2025

McNamara Alumni Center, University of Minnesota, Twin Cities

Join the Data Science and AI Hub for a day dedicated to amplifying the voices of women, non-binary, and gender-diverse professionals in AI and data science. Experience inspiring talks, engaging stories, and meaningful connections with leaders shaping the future of the field. From breakthroughs in AI to critical conversations on data ethics, this community-focused event is all about learning, collaboration, and celebration.

What You’ll Experience

At WiADS, the energy comes from more than just the presentations—it’s the conversations in the hallways, the connections made over coffee, and the ideas sparked in every session. Throughout the day, you’ll be immersed in a mix of inspiring talks, hands-on learning, and collaborative opportunities designed to fuel both your curiosity and your career.

Keynote Spotlight

Our 2025 Keynote: Alex Hanna

Dr. Alex Hanna is Director of Research at the Distributed AI Research Institute (DAIR) and a sociologist focused on how data used in computational technologies reinforce racial, gender, and class inequalities.

Dr. Alex Hanna is just one of the many incredible speakers joining WiADS this year. From innovators in AI to leaders in data ethics, our lineup will challenge your thinking, expand your skills, and connect you with fresh perspectives from across industry and academia.

Learn more about the keynote!

Breaking Barriers, Building the Future.

What is the WiADS Conference?

The Women in AI & Data Science (WiADS) Conference is a one-day event celebrating and advancing the work of women and non-binary professionals in analytics, artificial intelligence, and data science. Hosted by the Data Science and AI Hub (DSAI), this annual gathering brings together industry leaders, academic experts, and data enthusiasts from across Minnesota and beyond.

This free conference offers inspiring technical talks, real-world business applications, engaging panel discussions, and opportunities to network with a vibrant community of peers and mentors. Whether you’re a professional, researcher, or student, you’ll gain valuable insights, make meaningful connections, and leave inspired to contribute to the future of AI and data science.

Join us to celebrate achievements, share ideas, and help shape a more inclusive and innovative data science community.

Sponsor the 2025 Conference

Relive WiADS 2024

Missed last year’s Women in AI & Data Science Conference—or want to revisit your favorite moments? Explore our Event Archive for highlight reels, full session recordings, keynote talks, and photo galleries from WiADS 2024. From inspiring presentations to behind-the-scenes snapshots, see how last year’s event brought together over 1,000 attendees, 378 organizations, and a community dedicated to shaping the future of AI and data science.

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This event is brought to you by the Data Science and AI Hub.

Who is the (DSAI)?

You may remember us as the Data Science Initiative (DSI)—the team that organized last year’s Women in AI & Data Science (WiADS) event. This year, we’ve reintroduced ourselves as the Data Science and AI (DSAI) Hub, reflecting our expanded mission.

The DSAI Hub brings together people, resources, and opportunities across the University of Minnesota to advance both data science and artificial intelligence. While our name is new, our purpose remains the same: to foster community, spark collaboration, and support innovative research and education.

By broadening from DSI to DSAI, we’re better positioned to:

Connect and amplify work in both data science and AI.
Serve as a central resource for students, faculty, staff, and partners.
Support events, initiatives, and partnerships that showcase the University’s leadership in these fields.

In short: same dedicated team, same passion, but now with a broader vision that includes both Data Science and AI.

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