(l. to r.) Jessica Kluge NCAS'19, Bobbi Fiorello NCAS'19 and Andreina Minaya NCAS'18 ask Associate Professor of Psychology Gretchen Van de Walle for help

SEED2S is dedicated to providing comprehensive support while empowering you to foster personal growth and self-confidence. Through transformative workshops, proactive outreach, and personalized self-development sessions, we help you tap into your strengths, navigate challenges, and unlock your full potential. We prioritize your well-being by connecting you to resources that nurture a happy, healthy, and balanced lifestyle, enabling you to handle academic demands and graduate on time. SEED2S creates an encouraging and supportive environment where every student can thrive.  

Our impactful strategies include: 

  • Cultivating meaningful relationships among students, faculty, and staff. 
  • Timely proactive outreach and services tailored to your unique needs. 
  • Encouraging peer support that empowers you to take ownership of your success. 
  • Promoting a solution-focused service environment. 
  • Offering culturally responsive services that celebrate diversity. 

With this framework, SEED2S nurtures a growth mindset, building resilience within the data science community. We strive to create a socially responsive support structure that empowers students from all backgrounds to excel and make meaningful contributions to the field.