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I dedicated a year and a half to studying before enrolling in the IAA program. As a working professional without prior experience in data-related fields, I took rigorous online courses to acquire the necessary technical skills. Throughout this journey, I recorded several milestones in a journal, documenting my preparations for Continue reading Preparing for IAA: A Professional’s Journey
Whether you are a recent graduate or are re-entering the educational space, we all know that the most work is completed when you are motivated. In this demanding world that we live in, staying motivated can be extremely difficult to manage on a daily basis. Thankfully, I have found a Continue reading A Graduate Student’s Guide to Staying Motivated
It sounds odd, but someone who used to make short films and loves fiction and art now wants to be a data scientist. I used to think this was a strange idea until I realized I could combine both interests. Even though I studied communications and focused on entertainment and Continue reading Three Similarities Between Film-making and the MSA Program
When someone mentions the word “ballet,” we often think: creativity, an art form, or a form of dancing. However, I have learned that while ballet heavily uses the right side of the brain (creativity), you still need to use the left side (analytical) just as much. While you aren’t solving Continue reading The Mathematics Behind Ballet