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DataISU v1 by TRAC

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Saturday October 21st, 2023

11:00 am to Oct 22nd, 2:00 PM

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Discover Data Like Never Before at DataISU by TRAC: Iowa State University's First Datathon!

Get ready for an immersive experience into the world of data at Iowa State University's inaugural datathon – DataISU by TRAC! This event is all about delving into the fascinating realm of data analysis, no matter your skill level or background. We'll be serving 3 meals, food and beverages, running workshops and mini-events so you can have a great time while growing your skills in the real-world.

Think of it as a hackathon - but for all things data! πŸ”₯

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Why you should attend DataISU v1 by TRAC

Free breakfast, lunch, and dinner for all guests.

Win prizes, awards, certificates, and be recognized.

Network with professional judges and sponsors.

Free data, programming, and business workshops.

Free snacks and beverages all day for all guests.

Collaborate with other driven students on campus.

"For my first hackathon, I didn't have too many expectations, but I had a great time. I liked the idea of the workshops and spreading the coding throughout the day. I was very, very well fed!"

Kennedy Wendl

Computer and Data Science

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Schedule

24 Hours of All Things Data!

Saturday - 10/21

10:00 AM: Check-in opens

10:45 AM: Lunch Arrives πŸ•

11:30 AM: Opening ceremony

12:00 PM: DataISU begins

1:30 PM: Intro to Data Analysis πŸ“Š

2:30 PM: Intro to Machine Learning 🧠

4:00 PM: Data Science Help Session (with Mentors)

6:00 PM: Dinner!!

8:00 PM: Your next perfect data science presentation 🎀

9:00 PM: Mario Kart Tournament πŸš—

Sunday - 10/22

8:00 AM: Breakfast

9:00 AM: Projects due

9:30 AM: Network with Judges πŸ₯³

10:30 AM: Judging begins

1:00 PM: Closing ceremony and awards

1:30 PM: We’re done!

Judges

Data Science Experts from Iowa State & Des Moines

Antonio Lora - Principal Data Architect at Microsoft Judge Headshot for DataISU v1 by TRAC

Antonio Lora

Principal Data Architect at Microsoft

Aditya Balu - Data Scientist at Translational AI Center Judge Headshot for DataISU v1 by TRAC

Aditya Balu

Data Scientist at Translational AI Center

Adisak Sukul - Associate Teaching Professor of Computer Science at ISU Judge Headshot for DataISU v1 by TRAC

Adisak Sukul

Associate Teaching Professor of Computer Science at ISU

Meenakshi Sumeet Arya - Research Scientist at Iowa State University Judge Headshot for DataISU v1 by TRAC

Meenakshi Sumeet Arya

Research Scientist at Iowa State University

Charles Yang - Software Engineer at QCI Judge Headshot for DataISU v1 by TRAC

Charles Yang

Software Engineer at QCI

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Get ready to experience data in a whole new light at DataISU by TRAC

DataISU is an exciting opportunity for students who are curious about data and its real-world applications. It's a chance to learn, collaborate, and explore data-driven insights in a friendly and supportive environment. Experience real challenges that you can share on your resume or in your next interview. And be recognized for your efforts with awards and certificates in store!

You're not going to want to miss this πŸ‘€

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Student Testimonials

OUR STUDENTS AND BUILDERS LOVE HORIZON EVENTS

β€œI liked that I was required to build something in just 24 hours, unlike my classes. I usually wouldn’t go out of my way to learn new technologies like React. My teammates and the feedback from the judges was very helpful! I would totally come back!”

Noah Lim

Computer Science

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"For my first hackathon, I didn't have too many expectations, but I had a great time. I liked the idea of the workshops and spreading the coding throughout the day. I was very, very well fed!"

Kennedy Wendl

Computer and Data Science

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"My favorite part of HackIowaState was being able to have a semi-completed project in just a short amount of time. In classes, you take weeks to finish a little assignment... but here, in just 24 hours, we had some really cool looking projects!"

Gabrielle Pederson

Aerospace

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"I came to HackIowaState to give myself the environment that would force me to work on a project that I otherwise would have. It's nice to be pressured to work on a project with people that otherwise may not have because of school and other responsibilities. My favorite part was winning, but I had way too much fun!"

Nicholas Erickson

Software Engineering

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"My takeaway from HackIowaState - choose your team wisely. What I appreciated about this event over other events like game jams was that it was more broad and I got to solve actual issues. I did like the food, I really did appreciate being fed!"

William Clemmons Jr

Software Engineering

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β€œThe event was super nice. I got to work with a team in a real-world, work environment. With a team, we were able to keep each other accountable and I tried a new database I never would have before. I would come back, it was fun!”

Endi Odobasic

Computer Science

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