Math and Data Science Student Spotlight
The Math and Data Science Student Spotlight is your opportunity to learn a bit more about one of your fellow Math and Data Science majors at UNL. This week, Khai Shen Chng from Selangor, Malaysia, is in the spotlight.
Name: Khai Shen Chng
Major: Data Science
Year in School: Graduating Senior
Where are you from?
Selangor, Malaysia
What gets you excited about Data Science?
I love coding and having the opportunity to convert scarce data into something useful.
Favorite Data Science class or instructor so far? Why?
Susan Vanderplas for STAT318. Introduced R Studio to me, taught me how to code effectively from a data analyst standpoint. Provided me some guidance for seeking data science related opportunities in the future.
What are you excited about doing after graduation?
Stepping into the next chapter of life working as a Data Scientist.
What is a goal you have accomplished as a Husker?
Truly experiencing the student life in an American college.
What do you wish you would have known when you started as a Data Science Major that you know now?
To start working on a personal project that showcases all my technical knowledge.
What do you hope to cross off your “bucket list” in the next few years?
To fly to San Francisco and watch my favorite player, Stephen Curry, play live at the Chase Center.
If you would like to see yourself in the spotlight, please contact Doug for more information.