BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//UNC Student Affairs - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://studentaffairs.unc.edu X-WR-CALDESC:Events for UNC Student Affairs REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260623T171500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260623T191500 DTSTAMP:20260509T152824 CREATED:20260424T133441Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260509T142527Z UID:8442-1782234900-1782242100@studentaffairs.unc.edu SUMMARY:Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) Informational Session DESCRIPTION:Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) Informational Session\n\nCurious about Social Work?  Come see what it’s really about. \nUNC is developing a new Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) major\, and we want you to be part of the conversation. Join us for an interactive info session to learn what social work actually is\, the kinds of careers you can pursue\, and what makes UNC’s proposed program unique. \nWe’ll talk about real-world impact\, strong job demand\, hands-on practicum experiences\, and how a BSW can fast-track you into an Advanced Standing MSW. You’ll also hear directly from current students about why they chose social work and what the path has looked like for them. \nIf you care about mental health\, justice\, healthcare\, advocacy\, community change—or you’re still figuring it out—this session is for you. \n✨ Campus Life Experience (CLE) credit available.Please note: The BSW major is currently in development and pending final university approval. \nCome explore whether social work might be where you belong. \n\n\n\n From Tuesday\, June 23\, 2026 5:15 PM\n to 6:00 PM EDT\n at Online. URL:https://studentaffairs.unc.edu/event/bachelor-of-social-work-bsw-informational-session/ CATEGORIES:Campus Life Experience,Career Exploration & Development,ThoughtfulLearning ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://studentaffairs.unc.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/45e43bef-6529-4d57-a447-c1f92677111ce66ae49d-bfc7-4e53-8afb-79fca837d74b.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260623T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260623T200000 DTSTAMP:20260509T152824 CREATED:20260509T142546Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260509T142546Z UID:8648-1782237600-1782244800@studentaffairs.unc.edu SUMMARY:RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK (RTP) – Metro Heels Summer 2026 DESCRIPTION:RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK (RTP) – Metro Heels Summer 2026\n\nStay local and join us for Metro Heels RTP\, connecting Tar Heels across the Triangle! \nThis networking event is part of the Metro Heels summer series designed to connect UNC students and recent graduates with alumni and professionals. \nWho Should Attend:\n\nUNC students interning or living in the Triangle area\nRecent graduates building their local network\nAlumni and employers interested in engaging with UNC talent\n\nWhat to Expect:\n\nA come-and-go style networking night with professionals across industries in RTP\nOpportunities to explore career paths and connections locally\nA fun\, relaxed way to meet fellow Tar Heels\nFree food!\n\n\n\n\n From Tuesday\, June 23\, 2026 6:00 PM\n to 8:00 PM EDT\n at Hooky Entertainment Complex. URL:https://studentaffairs.unc.edu/event/research-triangle-park-rtp-metro-heels-summer-2026/ LOCATION:Hooky Entertainment ComplexAddress: 1140 Parkside Main St\, Cary\, NC 27519Date: June 23\, 2026\, 6-8PM CATEGORIES:Career Exploration & Development,Civic Engagement, Public Service, & Philanthropy,Community Building & Social Activities,Graduate & Professional Student Program,Leadership Development,Social ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://studentaffairs.unc.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/5e372666-12d1-4172-a3ab-255e6e09a2d9d74705a0-ac3c-48df-ab36-aff5236ed7db.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T200000 DTSTAMP:20260509T152824 CREATED:20260509T142523Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260509T142523Z UID:8639-1782410400-1782417600@studentaffairs.unc.edu SUMMARY:WASHINGTON\, D.C. – Metro Heels Summer 2026 DESCRIPTION:WASHINGTON\, D.C. – Metro Heels Summer 2026\n\nJoin us in the nation’s capital for Metro Heels Washington\, D.C.\, part of UNC’s summer networking series! \nMetro Heels events connect current students and recent graduates with alumni and professionals to build strong career connections in major cities. \nAbout the Space:\nThis event will take place in UNC’s “Carolina in the Capital” space—a 10\,861-square-foot hub designed to connect Tar Heels in Washington\, D.C. \nWho Should Attend:\n\nUNC students interning or living in D.C. this summer\nRecent graduates exploring opportunities in the area\nAlumni and employers looking to connect with Tar Heel talent\n\nWhat to Expect:\n\nA come-and-go style networking night with UNC alumni across industries and sectors\nCareer insights and conversations about working in D.C.\nBuilding your Tar Heel community in a new city\nFree food! \n\n\n\n\n From Thursday\, June 25\, 2026 6:00 PM\n to 8:00 PM EDT\n at Carolina in the Capitol (UNC Space at 101 Constitution). URL:https://studentaffairs.unc.edu/event/washington-d-c-metro-heels-summer-2026/ LOCATION:Carolina in the Capital (UNC Space at 101 Constitution)Address: 101 Constitution Ave NW\, Washington\, DC 20001Date: June 25\, 2026\, 6-8PM CATEGORIES:Career Exploration & Development,Civic Engagement, Public Service, & Philanthropy,Community Building & Social Activities,Graduate & Professional Student Program,Leadership Development,Social ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://studentaffairs.unc.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/0dbb1d14-6900-4dc6-aa42-bba04b4e4cd67e0e5540-2289-4670-8c68-f97594e9fe7b.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260723T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260723T203000 DTSTAMP:20260509T152825 CREATED:20260424T133617Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260509T142549Z UID:8464-1784831400-1784838600@studentaffairs.unc.edu SUMMARY:Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) Informational Session DESCRIPTION:Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) Informational Session\n\nCurious about Social Work?  Come see what it’s really about. \nUNC is developing a new Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) major\, and we want you to be part of the conversation. Join us for an interactive info session to learn what social work actually is\, the kinds of careers you can pursue\, and what makes UNC’s proposed program unique. \nWe’ll talk about real-world impact\, strong job demand\, hands-on practicum experiences\, and how a BSW can fast-track you into an Advanced Standing MSW. You’ll also hear directly from current students about why they chose social work and what the path has looked like for them. \nIf you care about mental health\, justice\, healthcare\, advocacy\, community change—or you’re still figuring it out—this session is for you. \n✨ Campus Life Experience (CLE) credit available.Please note: The BSW major is currently in development and pending final university approval. \nCome explore whether social work might be where you belong. \n\n\n\n From Thursday\, July 23\, 2026 6:30 PM\n to 7:15 PM EDT\n at Online. URL:https://studentaffairs.unc.edu/event/bachelor-of-social-work-bsw-informational-session-2/ CATEGORIES:Campus Life Experience,Career Exploration & Development,ThoughtfulLearning ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://studentaffairs.unc.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/45e43bef-6529-4d57-a447-c1f92677111ce66ae49d-bfc7-4e53-8afb-79fca837d74b-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260803T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260803T113000 DTSTAMP:20260509T152825 CREATED:20260426T142608Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260509T142551Z UID:8529-1785749400-1785756600@studentaffairs.unc.edu SUMMARY:Data Matters: Basics of R for Data Science and Statistics DESCRIPTION:Data Matters: Basics of R for Data Science and Statistics\n\nSponsored by the UNC Chapel Hill Odum Institute\, Data Matters™ is a week-long series of intensive one and two-day online courses aimed at students and professionals in business\, research\, and government. \nThis course introduces the use of the popular R statistical programming language for conducting and sharing your data science projects. R is a mature and vibrant programming language\, and one of the major platforms for doing data science.  This course covers how to use RStudio effectively\, frequently used data structures\, importing data\, common data manipulations\, summary statistics\, data visualizations\, and basic regression modeling through the suite of packages called the “tidyverse.”   \nRegistration and fee are required to receive Zoom link. Zoom link and welcome packet will be emailed shortly before the event for those registered. Attendance is required as no sessions will be recorded. \nTo learn more and register\, click HERE. \n\n\n\n From Monday\, August 3\, 2026 9:30 AM\n to Tuesday\, August 4\, 2026 3:30 PM EDT\n at Online. URL:https://studentaffairs.unc.edu/event/data-matters-basics-of-r-for-data-science-and-statistics/ CATEGORIES:Campus Life Experience,Career Exploration & Development,Graduate & Professional Student Program,Lecture,ThoughtfulLearning ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://studentaffairs.unc.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/ea6b191c-ed90-4707-9944-21ae7cdd40fd503c0778-0ff6-427e-92d1-3a1894aa67b3.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260803T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260803T113000 DTSTAMP:20260509T152825 CREATED:20260426T142649Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260509T142525Z UID:8534-1785749400-1785756600@studentaffairs.unc.edu SUMMARY:Data Matters: Introduction to Programming in R DESCRIPTION:Data Matters: Introduction to Programming in R\n\nSponsored by the UNC Chapel Hill Odum Institute\, Data Matters™ is a week-long series of intensive one and two-day online courses aimed at students and professionals in business\, research\, and government. \nStatistical programming is an integral part of many data-intensive careers and data literacy\, and programming skills have become a necessary component of employment in many industries. This course begins with necessary concepts for new programmers—both general and statistical—and explores some necessary programming topics for any job that utilizes data. The R software package will be used as it is one of the most popular programs in statistics and data science. R programming is done in the RStudio integrated development environment.  \nRegistration and fee are required to receive Zoom link. Zoom link and welcome packet will be emailed shortly before the event for those registered. Attendance is required as no sessions will be recorded. \nTo learn more and register\, click HERE. \n\n\n\n From Monday\, August 3\, 2026 9:30 AM\n to Tuesday\, August 4\, 2026 3:30 PM EDT\n at Online. URL:https://studentaffairs.unc.edu/event/data-matters-introduction-to-programming-in-r/ CATEGORIES:Campus Life Experience,Career Exploration & Development,Graduate & Professional Student Program,Lecture,ThoughtfulLearning ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://studentaffairs.unc.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/6265e69c-ad54-4588-a8a8-e1f926446fd1b8ec07f5-5249-4e5d-85e2-abfd01070c4a.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260803T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260803T113000 DTSTAMP:20260509T152825 CREATED:20260426T142651Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260509T142522Z UID:8536-1785749400-1785756600@studentaffairs.unc.edu SUMMARY:Data Matters: Introduction to Python DESCRIPTION:Data Matters: Introduction to Python\n\nSponsored by the UNC Chapel Hill Odum Institute\, Data Matters™ is a week-long series of intensive one and two-day online courses aimed at students and professionals in business\, research\, and government. \nThis two-day course is designed to provide a practical\, accessible entry point into modern programming. Participants will learn the fundamentals of Python and the basics of coding. The course is ideal for individuals who have never coded before\, those with experience in other programming languages who want to transition to Python\, and anyone seeking a clear\, up-to-date refresher on core coding concepts. By the end of the course\, learners will have the confidence to read\, write\, and modify simple Python programs and a solid foundation of data processing and analysis.  \nRegistration and fee are required to receive Zoom link. Zoom link and welcome packet will be emailed shortly before the event for those registered. Attendance is required as no sessions will be recorded. \nTo learn more and register\, click HERE. \n\n\n\n From Monday\, August 3\, 2026 9:30 AM\n to Tuesday\, August 4\, 2026 3:30 PM EDT\n at Online. URL:https://studentaffairs.unc.edu/event/data-matters-introduction-to-python/ CATEGORIES:Campus Life Experience,Career Exploration & Development,Graduate & Professional Student Program,Lecture,Science & Nature,ThoughtfulLearning ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://studentaffairs.unc.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/8bcd36f1-0e70-47aa-803d-8c73bd91734c156d97fe-04bc-4aea-9bec-ca2d9a2ed0b7.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260805T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260805T113000 DTSTAMP:20260509T152825 CREATED:20260428T142607Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260509T142536Z UID:8556-1785922200-1785929400@studentaffairs.unc.edu SUMMARY:Data Matters: Intermediate Python DESCRIPTION:Data Matters: Intermediate Python\n\nSponsored by the UNC Chapel Hill Odum Institute\, Data Matters™ is a week-long series of intensive one and two-day online courses aimed at students and professionals in business\, research\, and government. \nThis single day Intermediate Python course focuses on applying Python to the analysis of both qualitative and quantitative data in real-world contexts. Designed for participants with basic Python experience\, the course explores practical techniques for working with structured and unstructured data\, including data cleaning\, transformation\, exploratory analysis\, and introductory visualization. Learners will use Python to identify patterns\, summarize findings\, and support evidence-based conclusions\, gaining hands-on experience with tools and workflows commonly used in modern research and analytics. By the end of the day\, participants will be equipped to use Python as an effective analytical tool across a range of disciplines.  \nRegistration and fee are required to receive Zoom link. Zoom link and welcome packet will be emailed shortly before the event for those registered. Attendance is required as no sessions will be recorded. \nTo learn more and register\, click HERE. \n\n\n\n From Wednesday\, August 5\, 2026 9:30 AM\n to 3:30 PM EDT\n at Online. URL:https://studentaffairs.unc.edu/event/data-matters-intermediate-python/ CATEGORIES:Campus Life Experience,Career Exploration & Development,Graduate & Professional Student Program,Lecture,Science & Nature,ThoughtfulLearning ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://studentaffairs.unc.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/e8179318-fbbf-4bdc-8117-09bd1cd87775d90cda8c-c862-4587-b4e2-6aaa26f093d1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260805T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260805T113000 DTSTAMP:20260509T152825 CREATED:20260428T142641Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260509T142552Z UID:8563-1785922200-1785929400@studentaffairs.unc.edu SUMMARY:Data Matters: Exploratory Data Analysis Using R Markdown DESCRIPTION:Data Matters: Exploratory Data Analysis Using R Markdown\n\nSponsored by the UNC Chapel Hill Odum Institute\, Data Matters™ is a week-long series of intensive one and two-day online courses aimed at students and professionals in business\, research\, and government. \nThis course introduces techniques for Exploratory Data Analysis (EDA)—both numeric and graphical—to help provide insight into data sets. Using R and RStudio\, we will demonstrate various tools to generate data summaries and introduce R Markdown for generating HTML output. Incorporating R Markdown allows for the generation of output which includes results from statistical analysis\, plots\, figures (such as diagrams)\, and explanations of any output.  \nRegistration and fee are required to receive Zoom link. Zoom link and welcome packet will be emailed shortly before the event for those registered. Attendance is required as no sessions will be recorded. \nTo learn more and register\, click HERE. \n\n\n\n From Wednesday\, August 5\, 2026 9:30 AM\n to 3:30 PM EDT\n at Online. URL:https://studentaffairs.unc.edu/event/data-matters-exploratory-data-analysis-using-r-markdown/ CATEGORIES:Campus Life Experience,Career Exploration & Development,Graduate & Professional Student Program,Lecture,Science & Nature,ThoughtfulLearning ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://studentaffairs.unc.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/3949c1aa-7561-46f2-89a5-a2bbf9f3415717b46db4-28cb-4148-9e91-30cca0a2b3a4.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260805T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260805T113000 DTSTAMP:20260509T152825 CREATED:20260428T142643Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260509T142554Z UID:8565-1785922200-1785929400@studentaffairs.unc.edu SUMMARY:Data Matters: Overview to AI and Deep Learning DESCRIPTION:Data Matters: Overview to AI and Deep Learning\n\nSponsored by the UNC Chapel Hill Odum Institute\, Data Matters™ is a week-long series of intensive one and two-day online courses aimed at students and professionals in business\, research\, and government. \nThis course is designed for anyone who wants a clearer understanding of AI and deep learning—what they are\, where they’re used\, and the strengths and limitations of these approaches. You’ll explore how modern AI systems apply deep learning across different applications\, as well as the trade‑offs and challenges that come with these methods. The focus is on building conceptual understanding rather than teaching specific frameworks or guiding you through model development. \nRegistration and fee are required to receive Zoom link. Zoom link and welcome packet will be emailed shortly before the event for those registered. Attendance is required as no sessions will be recorded. \nTo learn more and register\, click HERE. \n\n\n\n From Wednesday\, August 5\, 2026 9:30 AM\n to 3:30 PM EDT\n at Online. URL:https://studentaffairs.unc.edu/event/data-matters-overview-to-ai-and-deep-learning/ CATEGORIES:Campus Life Experience,Career Exploration & Development,Graduate & Professional Student Program,Lecture,Science & Nature,ThoughtfulLearning ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://studentaffairs.unc.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/5acd8cdb-576c-4f30-a0ea-60f95679b843015f5ef8-002a-4ac9-977a-094a4f44b4e3.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T113000 DTSTAMP:20260509T152825 CREATED:20260429T142532Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260509T142538Z UID:8568-1786008600-1786015800@studentaffairs.unc.edu SUMMARY:Data Matters: Software Development Best Practices in R DESCRIPTION:Data Matters: Software Development Best Practices in R\n\nSponsored by the UNC Chapel Hill Odum Institute\, Data Matters™ is a week-long series of intensive one and two-day online courses aimed at students and professionals in business\, research\, and government. \nEvery data scientist is also a software developer. Whether they are creating simple visualizations or complex machine learning systems\, there is significant coding that goes into every analysis. Software developers have created numerous tools and procedures to make the software development process easier\,  more efficient\, and more collaborative\, as well as to promote quality control. This course covers a number of these tools\, with a particular focus on applications to data analytics in R. Specifically\, we will cover version control\, package development\, and automated testing. \nRegistration and fee are required to receive Zoom link. Zoom link and welcome packet will be emailed shortly before the event for those registered. Attendance is required as no sessions will be recorded. \nTo learn more and register\, click HERE. \n\n\n\n From Thursday\, August 6\, 2026 9:30 AM\n to Friday\, August 7\, 2026 3:30 PM EDT\n at Online. URL:https://studentaffairs.unc.edu/event/data-matters-software-development-best-practices-in-r/ CATEGORIES:Campus Life Experience,Career Exploration & Development,Graduate & Professional Student Program,Lecture,Science & Nature,ThoughtfulLearning ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://studentaffairs.unc.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/0599ebcb-adbf-435d-973b-b30b37480113e391af18-2f1a-4bb5-bf91-a10f3d0ba8d6.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T113000 DTSTAMP:20260509T152825 CREATED:20260429T142557Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260509T142528Z UID:8573-1786008600-1786015800@studentaffairs.unc.edu SUMMARY:Data Matters: Introduction to Statistical Machine Learning Using R DESCRIPTION:Data Matters: Introduction to Statistical Machine Learning Using R\n\nSponsored by the UNC Chapel Hill Odum Institute\, Data Matters™ is a week-long series of intensive one and two-day online courses aimed at students and professionals in business\, research\, and government. \nThis course is intended for researchers who have some knowledge of statistics and would like to be introduced to statistical machine learning and data science as well as for practitioners who would like to apply statistical machine learning techniques to their problems. Machine learning plays an increasingly significant role in data science and AI\, and has become an integral part of many fields—from biomedicine to business/marketing to social media. It is grounded directly in our daily lives.  \nRegistration and fee are required to receive Zoom link. Zoom link and welcome packet will be emailed shortly before the event for those registered. Attendance is required as no sessions will be recorded. \nTo learn more and register\, click HERE. \n\n\n\n From Thursday\, August 6\, 2026 9:30 AM\n to Friday\, August 7\, 2026 3:30 PM EDT\n at Online. URL:https://studentaffairs.unc.edu/event/data-matters-introduction-to-statistical-machine-learning-using-r/ CATEGORIES:Campus Life Experience,Career Exploration & Development,Graduate & Professional Student Program,Lecture,Science & Nature,ThoughtfulLearning ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://studentaffairs.unc.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/8ecfebfa-a0c1-432c-b11e-9edfdebf2c04e262e65b-c7c0-4d88-8964-41e8740533b3.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T113000 DTSTAMP:20260509T152825 CREATED:20260429T142628Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260509T142556Z UID:8580-1786008600-1786015800@studentaffairs.unc.edu SUMMARY:Data Matters: Introduction to Machine Learning and Big Data for Social Science Research DESCRIPTION:Data Matters: Introduction to Machine Learning and Big Data for Social Science Research\n\nSponsored by the UNC Chapel Hill Odum Institute\, Data Matters™ is a week-long series of intensive one and two-day online courses aimed at students and professionals in business\, research\, and government. \nIn this course we explore how Big Data concepts\, processes and machine learning methods can be used within the context of Survey and Social Science Research.  Throughout this course we will illustrate key concepts using specific survey research examples including tailored survey designs and nonresponse adjustments and evaluation.   \nRegistration and fee are required to receive Zoom link. Zoom link and welcome packet will be emailed shortly before the event for those registered. Attendance is required as no sessions will be recorded. \nTo learn more and register\, click HERE. \n\n\n\n From Thursday\, August 6\, 2026 9:30 AM\n to Friday\, August 7\, 2026 3:30 PM EDT\n at Online. URL:https://studentaffairs.unc.edu/event/data-matters-introduction-to-machine-learning-and-big-data-for-social-science-research/ CATEGORIES:Campus Life Experience,Career Exploration & Development,Graduate & Professional Student Program,Lecture,Science & Nature,ThoughtfulLearning ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://studentaffairs.unc.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/436b3984-fc4e-4577-b5a6-a2b296138ee553ef308d-5ac5-4728-910f-54c5d8c1febc.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T113000 DTSTAMP:20260509T152825 CREATED:20260429T142630Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260509T142558Z UID:8582-1786008600-1786015800@studentaffairs.unc.edu SUMMARY:Data Matters: Deep Learning with Python DESCRIPTION:Data Matters: Deep Learning with Python\n\nSponsored by the UNC Chapel Hill Odum Institute\, Data Matters™ is a week-long series of intensive one and two-day online courses aimed at students and professionals in business\, research\, and government. \nDeep learning now sits at the heart of modern AI\, enabling systems that can interpret images\, language\, and complex data with remarkable accuracy. This course gives you a clear\, accessible look at why these methods work and how they power today’s AI tools. You’ll explore the key architectures behind deep learning and gain hands-on experience building your own models in PyTorch. By the end\, you’ll understand the foundations that make deep learning so influential and have practical skills to start creating AI solutions yourself.  \nRegistration and fee are required to receive Zoom link. Zoom link and welcome packet will be emailed shortly before the event for those registered. Attendance is required as no sessions will be recorded. \nTo learn more and register\, click HERE. \n\n\n\n From Thursday\, August 6\, 2026 9:30 AM\n to Friday\, August 7\, 2026 3:30 PM EDT\n at Online. URL:https://studentaffairs.unc.edu/event/data-matters-deep-learning-with-python/ CATEGORIES:Campus Life Experience,Career Exploration & Development,Graduate & Professional Student Program,Lecture,Science & Nature,ThoughtfulLearning ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://studentaffairs.unc.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/fa541c51-7430-4957-866d-96b34c4bf3c71d3ce4a4-bddc-48ba-9413-1d8ff17c836c.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR