Presented by MPS Data Visualization and Communication

MPS Data Visualization and Communication Info Session

Dec 10, 2025; 7:00 - 8:00pm
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MPS Data Visualization and Communication presents a virtual overview of how the program equips students with the tools to translate complex information into powerful stories that capture attention and inspire action. Meet the staff who are building a foundation that blends data, design, and storytelling, and learn how you can put together an application that stands out when applying to become part of the inaugural cohort.


Attendees will receive an $80 application fee waiver if they apply for summer 2026 or fall 2026 admission. Note: This waiver will be applied to the email address used to register for this event. It is important to use the same email address consistently throughout the entire application process.


SVA wants to ensure persons with disabilities have access to this event. If you are a person with a disability who requires accommodations to access or participate in this event, please reach out to the MPS Data Visualization and Communication department at dataviz@sva.edu or to SVA Disability Resources disabilityresources@sva.edu at least seven business days prior to the event.

SVA President David Rhodes shares why the College created a program dedicated to truth-telling through data.


When so much information is inaccurate or misleading, data visualization offers a way to organize facts, illuminate complexity, and make visual arguments that serve the public good. In this clip, Rhodes discusses: the need for truth-directed communication, how data visualization unites science and the arts, why clarity and accuracy matter for a healthier society, and what makes DV&C uniquely positioned to meet this moment. Learn more and apply here.

Free and open to the public