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Message from the Director

Dear Mountaineers,

Welcome to the start of the Spring 2026 semester! I hope your break was refreshing and that you’re returning with renewed focus and excitement for all the opportunities this term brings. Whether you are continuing in your major …

By Jennifer Shaffer
Jennifer Shaffer Director, Career Development Center
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How Will AI Affect Construction Working Class? What to Consider

Advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) are reshaping the construction industry. Construction companies now have access to AI tools that can automate tasks, increase efficiency, reduce risks—and in some cases, even lower costs. While this is great news for business owners, …

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Twelve Myths about Data Science

Taught by Ben Sullins
As data science continues to shape industries and societies, myths and misconceptions often abound, leading to misguided expectations and ineffective…

Lessons from Data Scientists

Taught by Makenna Hack
The field of data science is an exciting field with endless applications and possibilities. This course offers you a chance…

Managing Data Governance Automation Using DataGovOps

Taught by Jonathan Reichental
This introductory course on DataGovOps is designed to provide a solid understanding of the value of integrating data governance practices…

Big Data in the Age of AI

Taught by Barton Poulson
Explore the integral relationship between big data and artificial intelligence in this comprehensive course. In this course, Barton Poulson—a professor,…

The Data Science Playbook for Private Equity and Venture Capital

Taught by Howard Friedman
Over the last few years, the field of data science has made rapid advances and spawned radical new shifts in…

AI Fundamentals for Data Professionals

Taught by Sadie St. Lawrence
If you currently work as a data professional or are looking to land a role in the field, you need…

Defining Your Data Career Path

Taught by Kate Strachnyi
In this course, Kate Strachnyi, one of the data world’s leading voices, shows you what data career options exist and…

The Data Science of Healthcare, Medicine, and Public Health

Taught by Barton Poulson
Data analytics plays an increasingly pivotal role in how we go about managing our healthcare systems and personal health. This…

Learning Data Visualization

Taught by Bill Shander
View Bill’s LinkedIn Newsletter Got a big idea? You need to get it across quickly and efficiently, or modern audiences…

Testing Python Data Science Code

Taught by Miki Tebeka
The larger and more complex the world of data science becomes, the more data there is to collect, sort, clean,…

Data Science for Java Developers

Taught by Shaun Wassell
Learning the basics of data science and how to apply them in Java opens up a world of possibilities for…

Tableau 10 for Data Scientists

Taught by Matt Francis
Tableau is designed for data science! Move beyond the basics and delve deeper into the power of this data visualization…

Exploring Data Science with .NET using Polyglot Notebooks & ML.NET

Taught by Matt Eland
In this course, Matt Eland—an AI specialist, Microsoft MVP, and author—equips experienced .NET developers with the skills to conduct data…

Inside the Mind of an Aspiring Data Scientist

Taught by Khaulat Abdulhakeem
Project Create your own personal blueprint for transitioning into a career as a data scientist. Join instructor and career coach…

Advanced SQL for Data Science: Time Series

Taught by Dan Sullivan
Time series data is data gathered over time: performance metrics, user interactions, and information collected by sensors. Since different time…

The Data Science of Educational Management and Policy, with Barton Poulson

Taught by Barton Poulson
Educational records and standardized tests offer a treasure trove of data about who our students are and what they actually…

The Data Science of Sports Management, with Barton Poulson

Taught by Barton Poulson
A passion for sports can turn an ordinarily math-averse individual into an amateur statistician, ready to back up their pick…

Deploying Scalable Machine Learning for Data Science

Taught by Dan Sullivan
Machine learning models often run in complex production environments that can adapt to the ebb and flow of big data.…

The Data Science of Media and Entertainment with Barton Poulson

Taught by Barton Poulson
Music, theater, dance, and film may not seem like data-driven businesses, but they can benefit from data science just as…

Advanced NoSQL for Data Science

Taught by Dan Sullivan
Many organizations are turning to NoSQL databases to store large volumes of complex data, sparking an increased need for data…

Contact & Location

Phone
828-262-2180
Address

Rm. 222, Plemmons Student Union
263 Locust Street
Boone, NC 28608

Career Service Hours

Monday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tuesday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wednesday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thursday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Career Studio:
Boone Campus:
Monday – Thursday, 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Hickory Campus:
Tuesday and Thursday, 2:00 pm – 4:30 pm

(Fall & Spring Semesters only)