A2 DATA DIVE
WHO WE ARE
We are a community of data enthusiasts with a passion for social and civic service. Open to all, we host a variety of technical workshops and data dives/jams throughout the school year.
Meet Our Board
President
Shayaan Dar
Major: Information (BSI)
Fun Fact: My favorite food is cheesecake!
Vice President
May Chang
Major: Information (MSI)
Fun Fact: One thing I cannot live without is bubble tea, even though I am mildly lactose intolerant.
Event Coordinator
Alina Chen
Major: Data Science
Fun Fact: I know the Camp Rock 2 march by heart!
Event Coordinator
Sarah Amiraslani
Major: Information (MADS)
Fun Fact: My weekends are spent gushing over my pet bunny Coco.
Marketing
Vincent Wei
Major: Data Science (BS)
Fun Fact: I prefer Safari to Chrome!
Historian
Patrice Johnson
Major: Information (MSI)
Fun Fact: I once put together a 6016-piece puzzle of an old world map. It came with 3 extra pieces.
Secretary
Ryan Berger
Major: Information (BSI)
Fun Fact: I can say the alphabet backwards really fast!
Webmaster
Jingcong Hu
Major: Information (MSI)
Fun Fact: I once made a crochet version of one of those reversible octopus plushies, it was cute.
WHAT WE'RE ABOUT
Data
Data is a hot topic, but not a new one. We think it’s important to help people of all experience levels feel empowered to use data — and have fun while doing it.
Peer Learning
There are many people in our community who are experts in data collection, analysis, and presentation. By connecting experts and professionals with students and novices, both groups learn together.
Non-Profit/Social Service
Many important organizations that serve our region have limited resources that restrict their ability to collect or analyze data in meaningful ways. Helping to accomplish small projects and present ideas or lessons for a non profit’s data work can have a lasting impact.