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School of Data Science
Friends of the School of Data Science

The School of Data Science is seeking more friends to inspire and prepare a generation of diverse data scientists who can make our world more equitable, informed, and secure. We encourage you to befriend our faculty, researchers and staff so they can boldly fulfill this vision for our diverse students. 

As a Friend of the School, you will be a foundational member of the next chapter in UTSA’s history as the school expands into the College of Artificial Intelligence, Cyber and Data Science in 2025. There is power in numbers. As we launch this new era, the more Friends the better! 

Donations of any size are welcome! Join Friends of the School of Data Science and become a game-changer, providing road-running data scientists the opportunity to pursue bold futures.

Impact Made Possible By Your Donations

  • Discovery, Learning and Development
    1. Data science community-building activities
    2. Research seed grants
    3. Micro-grants, stipends and sponsorships
  • Student Enrichment
    1. Experiential learning programs
    2. Conference travel
    3. Los Datos Conferences

Become a Best Friend of the School of Data Science:

$25,000 – Receive the highest level of recognition at SDS events along with frequent and meaningful interaction with our students.

$10,000 – Tailored acknowledgement as a partner for SDS events and publications.

$5,000 – As a leader, receive invitations to Student Success Center events including career fairs and recognition at Tech Symposium.

$2,500 – Receive social media spotlights and invitations to some of our most exciting events throughout the year including recognition on website and donor wall.

$1,000 – Receive invitations to School of Data Science events and recognition on donor wall.

Help us make a real impact for our students!  Friends helping friends!


Leaderboard
Power Hour: Late Night 'Runners
The project with the most donors between 11 p.m. CDT on April 9 and 1 a.m. CDT on April 10 wins an additional $2,000 for their cause.
Rank Prize Department Donors
1 $2,000 Spirit of San Antonio (SOSA) Marching Band 80
2 Film and Media Studies Program 15
3 Libraries and Museums 11
4 Klesse College of Engineering & Integrated Design 5
5 Athletics 5
Ended
$5,000
Ryan Kelley '03, '05 School of Data Science Donor Challenge
$5,000 from Ryan Kelley ’03,'05 will unlock in support of student success when 60 donors support the UTSA School of Data Science
60 / 60 Donors
Completed
2
Match
Staff & Faculty Match Day 2
This one is for UTSA faculty and staff! The first $4,000 in gifts from faculty and staff starting at 8:00 am on April 10 will be matched, 1:1.
$4,000 MATCHED
Completed
Leaderboard
Power Hour: UTSA Giving Day 2024 Kick-Off
From 10:11 AM-1 PM on April 9, 2024, the project with the most donors will win an additional $2,000 for their cause.
Rank Prize Department Donors
1 $2,000 Klesse College of Engineering & Integrated Design 49
2 College for Health, Community and Policy 26
3 Athletics 25
4 Spirit of San Antonio (SOSA) Marching Band 16
5 UTSA Air Force ROTC 14
Ended
2
Match
Staff & Faculty Match Day 1
For heroes of the UTSA realm! The first $4,000 in gifts from faculty and staff starting at 10:11am on April 9 will be matched, 1:1.
$4,000 MATCHED
Completed
Participating Groups
UTSA Fund - Areas of Greatest Need Carlos Alvarez College of Business College of Education and Human Development Klesse College of Engineering & Integrated Design College for Health, Community and Policy College of Liberal and Fine Arts College of Sciences Honors College University College Libraries and Museums School of Data Science The Graduate School UTSA Alumni Association Athletics Academic Advising UTSA Air Force ROTC Alpha Sigma Alpha Sorority Scholarship Archer Fellowship in Washington, DC UTSA Army ROTC Birds Up for Barry Dr. Berriozábal Prefreshman Engineering Program Career Engaged Learning Cheer & Mascot Program Club Sports Honor UTSA Trailblazer, Ellen Riojas Clark, Ph.D. Larry Coker 1st UTSA Football Head Coach Endowment Support Dreamers at UTSA Family Fund First Generation & Transfer Student Support Fostering Futures Program Dr. Patricia A. Graham Endowed Scholarship Houston Roadrunner Alumni Scholarship Endowment Multicultural Events Najim Center for Innovation and Career Advancement Overly Chromatic President's Associates Pride FSA Professional and Continuing Education [PaCE] Recovery Center Roadrunner Pantry and Whataburger Resource Room Nikolas Romano Construction Management Scholarship Rowdy Warrior Military Veterans Alliance UTSA Men's and Women's Rugby SGA & Honors Alliance for Student Wellbeing Spirit of San Antonio (SOSA) Marching Band Staff Senate Annual Scholarship Student Emergency Fund Student Tech Fund Student Veterans Emergency Fund VOICES Service Opportunities & Alternative Breaks Wellbeing and Mental Health Initiatives Westside Scholarship Fund
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