Academic Catalog

2024-2025

School of Data Science

Holly Handley, Dean (Interim)
Frank Liu, Director

The School of Data Science is designed to organize data science academic and research activities (with degrees and certificates tailored to regional workforce needs) while leveraging research partnerships with nearby national labs (Jefferson Lab, NASA Langley, and Wallops Flight Facility) to develop a targeted scientific focus in data science. The School's objectives include developing high-impact, cross-disciplinary research initiatives that center on data science and conducting outreach and community engagement, being a sources of data science expertise to the community, the Hampton Roads region, the Commonwealth of Virginia, and the nation.