Global Datathon Workshop #1: Introduction to the Challenge and Dataset
About This Video
In this workshop, instructors provide an in-depth introduction to the WiDS 2025 Global Datathon Challenge and its general tasks. Instructors go through the general outline and timeline of the challenge. They also provide a breakdown of the Kaggle page and how to utilize and navigate it efficiently. Lastly, the instructors will discuss the details, origin, and function of each categorical variable included in the dataset.
This workshop is the first of three Global Challenge workshops presented by WiDS Interns Caterina Ponti and Kylie Cancilla, and WiDS ambassador Liana Mendoza. They are all students at the University of San Francisco.
In This Video
Student, WiDS Intern
Data Science Student at the University of San Francisco and WiDS Intern.
Student, WiDS Intern
I am Kylie Cancilla, a Data Science major at the University of San Francisco. I am working with Women in Data Science this year to help provide resources for participants in the 2025 Global Datathon Challenge.
Student, WiDS Ambassador
Liana is a a Data Science major with a minor in Neuroscience who is driven by data, advocacy, and inclusive innovation. Her goals revolve around understanding how to empower healthcare through data-driven initiatives. Her previous experiences are varied and include graphic design and project management. She is also a firm advocate of gender sensitivity and women empowerment, leading and participating in organizations that push for equality.