DSAN Student Committees

Hey there! I’m born and raised in Hong Kong, and love addressing global problems in local ways. I moved to the US to pursue my undergraduate studies in International Relations, then helped expand a plant-based food company in the US, before finding my way here last fall! I enjoy building community and am involved with GradGov as Chief of Staff, Advocacy. I also love running, listening to and playing indie music, and cooking plant-based food! I’m excited to work together with our team to advocate for students in this program!

Daniel is a second year DSAN student, a senior data scientist in the
federal government, and a certified Strategy Management Professional. He enjoys working with data-centric organizations to design and improve their strategic plans, helping them ensure their competitive advantage. At Georgetown, he’s taken part in student government as one of DSAN’s GradGov Senators, and currently leads the DSAN Writing Center. He’s excited to apply his knowledge and experience to the Student Academic & Curriculum Committee.

Hello there! My name is Ruobing Yan, but I go by Mozzie. I was born and raised in China, but I’ve been living and studying in the US for the past six years. I’m currently in my second year of the DSAN program and I’m loving it. When I’m not nerding out over data, I love to cook and take photos. There’s something so satisfying about whipping up a tasty meal or capturing a beautiful moment on camera. Studying abroad has given me a lot of cool experiences, and I’m excited to apply them to the Student Academic & Curriculum Committee. I’m looking forward to meeting all of you and working together to make a positive impact on the educational experience for all students and faculty.

Brian is a second year DSAN student currently working as a senior
consultant at Booz Allen focusing on data engineering. His favorite part about data science is telling stories using data that any person, technical or nontechnical, can understand and appreciate. Brian works in the DSAN writing center as well, helping students with anything career and data science related. Outside of crunching numbers, he is a drummer in a couple bands in the DC music scene and enjoys anything music related. He also enjoys playing and watching basketball, reading, and going to art museums. He’s excited for the opportunity to serve on the Student Academic & Curriculum Committee and serve as a bridge between students and faculty in order to make the program more accessible and better represented.

Hi everyone! My name is Michael Varnerin and I’m a first year DSAN
student. I obtained my Bachelor’s in Psychology with a minor in
Statistics from Georgetown, and prior to starting in the DSAN program I worked as a kindergarten teacher in New York City. During that time, I saw how powerful data could be when employed to adapt curriculum to each student’s unique needs – serving as my main inspiration for pivoting into the field of Data Science. Outside of academics, you can either find me exploring DC on my scooter or playing video games. I’m excited to work with you alongside my peers on the Student Academic & Curriculum Committee.

Greetings fellow DSAN students! I was born and raised in Mumbai, India and moved to the US in 2017 as an undergraduate at Boston University, where I spent some of my most memorable years playing cricket and navigating into Data Science. Upon graduating, I moved to California and worked for MetricStream, Inc., a global SaaS leader, for a year as a Commissions Analyst. I did miss the college environment while working and I was adamant to pursue a Master’s in a field that would not turn me into an extinct dinosaur in the next 20-30 years. So, here I am, enthralled to meet everyone and to help our student community excel!

Hello everyone ! I was born and raised in Lebanon, and did my
undergraduate degree in Industrial Engineering, but I started developing a passion towards Data Science and its impact during the lockdowns, where I spent most of my time self learning the basics of the field, and now here I am! I have a lot of hobbies and interests, and spend most of my free time either working out, playing sports, or playing the guitar.

Hi everyone! I was born and raised in Los Angeles, and lived in the Bay Area for the past few years where I worked at an education non-profit as a Data Engineer before coming to the DSAN program. I’m passionate about social justice and education equity, and I love spending my time volunteering (whether technical skills or just general assistance) with local organizations committed to these missions. I’m a pretty high energy person, and I love to take care of plants, do crafty things like wood burn and use my Cricut, and dance! I’m very intentional about building community spaces and fostering a sense of inclusion and belonging, which is why I wanted to serve on the DSAN Social & Events Committee!

Zev Burton is a second-year student in the DSAN program. He also works as an analyst at Govini, where he specializes in identifying foreign influence in United States government supply chains using data science techniques and methods. When not spending hours trying to find a missing comma, you can find Zev in a local bookstore, playing chess, making a TikTok, or trying to find the best slice of pizza in DC. He is excited to help foster community throughout the DSAN program, especially when it comes to growing and building our internet presence.

I was born and raised in Mexico, but I’ve been studying abroad in the U.S. since high school (briefly returned to Mexico for work). I studied business in undergrad, and I’m interested in finding a way to mix that background with the Data Science degree. Whenever I have free time, I spend it playing sports, watching TV shows/movies, listening to music, or gaming. Otherwise, I like to spend time with my pets (2 dogs in Mexico and 2 cats in D.C.) and exploring the city. I joined the committee with the intention of fostering relationships within the program, as well as encouraging personal/professional growth of students.

Hello everyone! My name is Katie Mead, and I am very excited to serve our program as part of the Social Committee. Before coming to Georgetown, I studied cognitive science in college and then taught high school chemistry for two years in Nashville, TN. Throughout my teaching experience, I became excited by the wealth of opportunities there are to personalize education for students using machine learning and technology. Outside of data science and education–I love to travel
and spend time with my pets, friends, and family. Being on this
committee excites me because I believe there is so much talent in our program, and I am motivated by the opportunity to help us all connect with each other.

Hi everyone, I am Huiting (Crystal). I was born and raised in
Shenzhen, a modern city in southern China. This is my sixth year in the US and also my first year in DSAN. In my spare time, I love K-
POP dancing, horse riding, and exploring restaurants. The Spring Break and Thanksgiving break are the times of the year that I look forward to the most since I get to unlock more stunning scenery
and create more memories with my friends. As an international
student, I know how challenging it is to live and study alone in a
foreign country, so I hope the DSAN Social Committee can help you better integrate into the community.

Hi everyone, my name is Ramdayal Rewaria and I was born and brought up in Mumbai, India. I am very excited to be a part of the DSAN Social Committee. I moved to the states 6 months ago for the DSAN Program here at Georgetown University. Before this, I completed my undergraduate in Data Science as well and worked for around 1.5 years as a Data Analyst and ML Engineer. Apart from academics, I love photography, gaming, watching movies, TV shows and sports, exploring new places and meeting new people. That being said, I know how difficult it is to leave your old life behind and start a new one in a new city where you do not know anyone. This is the reason why I joined this committee and I hope to make everyone’s experience in the DSAN department a memorable one!!

Hello everyone! My name is Sonali and I’m a first-year DSAN student. Before coming to Georgetown, I went to William and Mary for undergrad, where I studied Chemistry while minoring in Data Science in Public Health. While at William and Mary, I did focus more on chemistry until I stumbled across data science when exploring my minor options. I really hope to strengthen my understanding of data science concepts at the DSAN program, as well as just explore the many opportunities that come with data science. I like to consider myself to be a creative person when the mood strikes me. I love to up-cycle clothing and used to have a sewing machine where I would mess around trying to make new clothing. When I was a freshman, I also got into crocheting, where I started out making huge blankets before transitioning into making clothing, and now enjoy knitting and embroidering! I want to help build a sense of community in our program, and help with student mental
health, which is why I applied for this committee. I’m so excited to help create events for students!