David uminsky, PHD:
DATA SCIENCE INSTITUTE
A renowned mathematician and data scientist, David Uminsky talks about his passion for data, data storytelling and the Masters in Applied Data Science program he oversees as Executive Director of University of Chicago’s Data Science Institute.
Program Promos
Greg Green, PHD:
Data science institute
As a professor and Director of the Masters in Applied Data Science program at the University of Chicago, Greg Green brings a wealth of industry knowledge into the classroom. In this video we learn that success in data science is not a linear process, and through UChicago’s Capstone Experience, students will learn how to navigate the trials and errors involved in solving some of unique challenges facing today’s world.
arnab bose, PHD:
Data science institute
From his early days of working automated vehicles in the 90s and the technology behind Adaptive Cruise Control, to the decade he spent in finance helping give birth to High Frequency Trading, Arnab Bose is the embodiment of the commonly used higher ed label of “world class faculty.” As the Director of the Masters in Applied Data Science Online program, Arnab makes it clear that an online degree from UChicago is far from a “Youtube Education,” and to be a disruptor means mastering the multiple ways of a solving a problem.
International Students in Data Science
Students from Japan, China, Indonesia, South Korea, and beyond share what it’s like to navigate life, learning, and careers as international students in data science. In this video, they reflect on studying abroad, adapting to new cultures, building professional networks, and preparing for a fast-changing field that spans industries from fintech to government. Through shared experiences and diverse perspectives, they explore how community, curiosity, and global thinking shape the next generation of data scientists.
Inside UChicago’s Data Science Capstone Projects
What does real-world data science look like in practice? In the University of Chicago’s capstone sequence, students apply the tools they’ve learned to projects across industries—from deep learning for brain imaging to automating radiology reports and building flood prediction models. In this video, students share how the capstone helped them collaborate across disciplines, tackle complex problems, and turn technical skills into meaningful, real-world impact.
Topical Spotlights
This Student-Built Drone Can Find Your Lost Dog:
MS-ADS Capstone Project
In this capstone project, UChicago MS in Applied Data Science students built an AI-powered drone that can understand natural language commands and locate specific objects—like a lost dog—mid-flight. It’s a powerful example of how the program turns classroom concepts into tools that could change lives.
Animated Case Studies
How UChicago Students Built an AI Bedtime Storyteller:
MS-ADS Capstone Project
What if bedtime stories could be created by kids themselves? In this UChicago MS in Applied Data Science capstone, students built an AI-powered app that turns a child’s idea into a personalized, narrated bedtime adventure.