Kansas Data Science Conference 2024

All events are scheduled in buildings with accessible entrances, powered doors, and limited-mobility parking. We will utilize the audio-visual technology available in these rooms. Presentations and documents will be in English, translators are available by request. Conference materials will be virtual documents and will be screen-reader compatible. If accommodations would make participation easier, let us know. 

Individuals with accessibility needs are encouraged to participate in events hosted by the Kansas Data Science Consortium. If you require an accommodation in order to participate in this event, please contact Gryffin Eason at g.eason@ku.edu. Accommodation requests made less than two weeks prior to the event may not be possible to fulfill in time, we will try our best. Please reach out with any requests or concerns.

During the afternoon poster presentations a panel of judges will be conducting evaluations. At the end of the conference winners will be announced for the following categories: Best Innovation, Best Visualization, Best Presentation, People's Choice, and Best Overall Poster.

We will provide coffee, water, and snacks throughout the day. Individual classrooms may not permit food and beverages. The keynote speech and lunch will be hosted in Woolsey Hall with catering provided by WSU Dining Services. The menu will include vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options. Kosher and Halal options available upon request. For questions and requests regarding dietary restrictions and/or allergies please contact Gryffin Eason (g.eason@ku.edu).

The 2024 Kansas Data Science Conference is supported by the National Science Foundation Established Program to Stimulate Competitive Research (EPSCoR) RII Track-1 program Adaptive and Resilient Infrastructures driven by Social Equity (ARISE), award #2148878. Through EPSCoR, NSF builds research capacity and workforce development in areas in the country receiving a lower percentage of federal support.

Conference attendees who are visitors to the Wichita State campus are able to park for free, without a pass, 3 days per semester. If you are going to exceed these 3 days, you will need to purchase a visitor's permit from WSU.

There are a number of parking locations available. For this event we recommend using Lot 13, nearest Woolsey Hall, or Lot 7, nearest Rhatigan Student Center. Additional locations and details are available on the interactive map of WSU's campus.

The Kansas Data Science Conference welcomes participants of all faiths and backgrounds. 

This event is scheduled to take place during Passover, on Friday the 26th. We understand that attendees who observe this holiday may require additional accommodations. Lunch options which are Kosher for Passover can be arranged by emailing Gryffin Eason (g.eason@ku.edu)

There will be a break/transition between lunch and afternoon activities from 1:15 to 1:30. Woolsey Hall has several private study rooms which can used for midday prayers, meditation, or reflection. 

We are thrilled to feature presentations from students who have been working on data science projects as part of our community data labs. All students are encouraged to present, and can register for the conference. Instructions for making these posters will be shared in class for affiliated students.

All student presenters are required to print their posters prior to the conference. Presentations will take place in the Rhatigan Student Center room 306. For your convenience, we will provide the option to check your poster in the morning at Woolsey Hall, have us transport it to RSC and retrieve it prior to the afternoon session.

Backing boards and pushpins will be provided. Presenters are expected to hang their own posters and return their supplies at the end of the conference.

Attendance of the full event is not mandatory. Our program is designed so students who are presenting in the afternoon but not attending any other sessions should be able to drive in that morning and drive back after their presentation, if they so choose. We encourage participation in the full event, but understand there may be scheduling conflicts.

Questions can be sent to your instructors or to Will Duncan (williamduncan@ku.edu).

We encourage participants in workshops to bring a laptop or tablet. WSU Guest wifi is available across campus and is open to all attendees who need it.

Conference materials will be published digitally and available online. Print copies will only be made by request. If you need a print copy, please contact Gryffin Eason (g.eason@ku.edu)

This conference is scheduled to permit day-of travel, and will not be providing over-night lodging for attendees.

We recommend carpooling with other attendees when possible. Student presenters are encouraged to reach out to their instructors for assistance coordinating ride sharing. 

KU students, faculty, and staff may be eligible for mileage reimbursement, and should contact g.eason@ku.edu. Other attendees are not eligible for reimbursement by the University of Kansas. 

Registration is requested for this event. Registration closed Monday 4/22 to ensure adequate space and materials.

If you are a student presenter who did not register, you are still invited! Please contact your instructor for additional information.