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Getting involved in a Registered Student Organization (RSO) is one of the best ways to connect with peers, gain hands-on experience, and expand your network beyond the classroom. Whether you’re interested in pro bono consulting, health analytics, game theory, sports data, or fostering inclusivity in statistics and data science, there’s a student group for you. These organizations provide opportunities to learn new skills, collaborate on real-world projects, and build a strong sense of community within the field. Explore the active student groups below to find one—or several—that align with your academic, professional, or personal interests.
Women in Statistics
The mission of WiS is to provide a safe space for women and other underrepresented groups to unite with Statistics. We strive to give back to communities, provide academic and career support for students in need, and build an abundant environment for women in statistics-related majors to reach their goals.
Deckonomics
Deckonomics serves to teach students the fundamentals of various card games, from poker to bridge to blackjack, through the lens of game theory, statistics, and critical thinking. By understanding the mathematical principles and strategic depth behind each game, we empower our members to make informed decisions, improve their analytical skills, and appreciate the art of gameplay beyond mere chance. Whether you're a casual player or an aspiring strategist, Deckonomics is your place to learn, compete, and master the game.
Health Analytics Society
The Health Analytics Society serves to help students at the University of Illinois explore how data is revolutionizing the health and medical space. As one of the fastest-growing domains of big data, health analytics now produces a significant share of the world’s information, making this the best time to learn how to harness it.
We bridge biology, medicine, and data science, giving students from a variety of backgrounds the chance to turn health challenges into insight. Through hands-on workshops, speaker events, and collaborative projects, HAS empowers students to build practical and technical skills, connect across disciplines, and apply data-driven thinking to real-world health challenges.
Whether you’re studying biology, pre-med, statistics, or computer science, HAS offers a space to learn with each other and from each other — combining diverse perspectives to discover new ways to shape the future of healthcare.
Illini Women in Economics, Econometrics & Statistics
The Illini Women in Economics, Econometrics & Statistics serves to empower diverse women in economics, econometrics & statistics by fostering professional networks, cultivating strong community connections, providing academic support, and linking members with industry leaders for shared success.
Statistics Doctoral Student Association (SDSA)
Statistics Doctoral Students Association (SDSA) is an independent student organization governed by the Ph.D. students at the Statistics Department at UIUC. The purpose of this Association is to create a suitable ground to foster interdepartmental interaction and collaboration, promote professional development through research presentations, discussions, and training, and create a social network among Statistics Ph.D. students at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.
Illinois Data Science Club
Illinois Data Science Club is UIUC’s premiere data science and analytics RSO, focusing on building a community of data professionals through semester long projects, workshops, speaker events, and socials. We aim to provide students with opportunities to apply the data science pipeline towards their fields of interest. We are open to all majors and all levels of experience. Join our Slack and follow us on Instagram!
Instagram: @uiucdsc
StatCom: Statistics in the Community
The RSO serves to connect students interested in statistical consulting to local community service projects that require statistical expertise. StatCom will support students to develop vital communicative and analytical skills with real life applications in a collaborative setting.
Champaign-Urbana Data + AI User Group
The aim of the user group is to build a community of interest around data science to foster learning, collaboration, and networking. The group will serve both students and professionals to bridge the gap between the analytical sciences and practical applications of industry. Anyone is invited and included, from undergraduate students (or younger!) to seasoned professionals. There is no requirement for admission, only an interest in learning more about data science.
Data Science and Artificial Intelligence Society
The purpose of this organization shall be:
- Encourage club members to proceed with various artificial intelligence-related projects.
- Organize a community for those interested in data science and artificial intelligence.
- Provide members opportunities to share insights and academic sources.
- Provide members opportunities to readily find project teammates.
- Assist club members to prepare for data-related competitions.
Sports Analytics Society
SAS gives students the opportunity to participate in and lead analytics projects in the sporting environment. With an emphasis on baseball, basketball, and football, groups will analyze and present data pertaining to Strategy, Management, Stat-Line, or Marketing within each sport. Developmental meetings that focus on data analysis tools ranging from Excel to R give members the skills they need to perform analysis at a high level. Introducing students to an up-and-coming field, the Sports Analytics Society is perfect for sports fanatics and number-crunchers alike.
Women in Data Science Urbana-Champaign
Women in Data Science (WiDS) works to empower women in the field of data science and increase the participation of women in the field. All identities, majors, and years are welcome to our events, with women-led participation encouraged.
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