2025 Spotlight Chat: Data, Inclusion, and Youth Leadership
Real-World Spark: Early exposure to how data can uncover hidden patterns in social issues inspired a passion for using it as a tool for change.Building Carpe Datum: Starting the podcast and community stemmed from a desire to humanize data science.Leading as a Student: A key challenge was listening first and leading with empathy.Data for Tough Topics: Data gives young people a credible voice to explore hard conversations like mental health, making abstract issues harder to ignore.For the Unsure: Data science isn’t just for coders; it’s a creative, problem-solving space anyone curious about the world can grow into.
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S4E1 Mena Whalen: From Big Data to Big Sister
Inside the Northwestern Prison Education Program: Mena shares her role as a volunteer, what it’s like teaching inside correctional facilities, and how data could help evaluate or improve such programs.Founding Women in Statistics at Northwestern: The story behind launching the group, how it created community, and how it led to her regional ambassador role with Women in Data Science (WiDS) Chicago.Why Statistics?: A personal look into what drew her to pursue a Ph.D. in statistics especially in relation to social impact, health, and criminology.Accessible Data Education: Reflections on teaching statistics and data visualization to visually impaired students key takeaways on making data truly inclusive.Data Science with Heart: How Mena connects data science to real-world issues, community service, and education and why those connections matter now more than ever.Link to WiDS Chicago: https://widschicago.org/
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Season 3 Recap: 12 Inspiring Stories
In this special Season 3 recap of Carpe Datum, we revisit 12 inspiring conversations with women who are shaping the future of data science. From AI innovation and healthcare analytics to digital storytelling, career reinvention, and advocacy in STEM, each guest brought unique insights and impact. Join us as we celebrate their journeys and reflect on the powerful themes of growth, mentorship, and making data meaningful.
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S3E12 Abhigya Chenta: Top Mate Talks
Building Professional Relationships: Insights into how Maheen has built strong professional connections, leading to numerous recommendations on LinkedIn, and tips for fostering meaningful professional relationships. Volunteering in Data Science: Advice for data professionals on leveraging their AI/ML expertise in volunteer work, making a meaningful impact, and transitioning into the volunteer space effectively. Navigating Challenges in Healthcare Data: Lessons learned from working on statistical modeling for health insurance clients, strategies for addressing privacy concerns, and training teams to apply machine learning to real-world problems. Mentorship and Impactful Projects: Highlights of the most impactful AI/ML project Maheen has worked on, and strategies she employs during Topmate meetings to mentor and guide others in the fast-evolving AI/ML field.
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S3E11 Aramide Adebesin: Balancing the Equation
Balancing Multiple Projects: Discusses strategies for managing excitement and challenges in multiple tech initiatives.Importance of Digital Presence: Emphasizes the value of having an interactive portfolio and advice on building one.Excelling in Academics and Tech: Tips on staying focused and motivated while balancing a demanding academic schedule with tech fellowships.Diverse Internship Experiences: Insights on how various internships have shaped perspectives on the tech industry.Website: https://red-dune-0cd91cf0f.4.azurestaticapps.net/#home
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