{"id":4,"date":"2025-05-22T14:35:44","date_gmt":"2025-05-22T18:35:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/data-science-program\/?page_id=4"},"modified":"2026-08-07T16:38:13","modified_gmt":"2026-08-07T20:38:13","slug":"home","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/data-science\/","title":{"rendered":"Home"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover alignwide has-custom-content-position is-position-bottom-left is-layout-constrained has-white-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-da4a933155c2019203b2e100cb7db1b0\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40)\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"480\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-718 size-large\" alt=\"an abstract illustration representing digital information\" src=\"https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/data-science\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/58\/data-science-hero-red-1024x480.avif\" style=\"object-position:77% 53%\" data-object-fit=\"cover\" data-object-position=\"77% 53%\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/data-science\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/58\/data-science-hero-red-1024x480.avif 1024w, https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/data-science\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/58\/data-science-hero-red-300x141.avif 300w, https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/data-science\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/58\/data-science-hero-red-768x360.avif 768w, https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/data-science\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/58\/data-science-hero-red-1536x720.avif 1536w, https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/data-science\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/58\/data-science-hero-red.avif 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-darker-blue-background-color has-background-dim-0 has-background-dim\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-cover-is-layout-d2702112 wp-block-cover-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-bottom is-layout-constrained wp-block-column-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p class=\"is-style-intro\">Clark\u2019s interdisciplinary program in Data Science will prepare you with the essential skills to work with data across a wide range of disciplines.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"is-style-default\">Develop critical thinking abilities and the expertise to tackle real-world challenges and make a positive societal impact. Study with faculty who integrate data science into their research and teaching, advancing the frontiers of a variety of disciplines and ensuring a dynamic, practical learning experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-stretch is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">    <a\n        class=\"clarku-block-card \"\n        href=\"https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/data-science\/data-science-bs\/\"\n    >\n                    <div class=\"clarku-block-card-img-container\">\n                <img decoding=\"async\"\n                \t\tloading=\"lazy\"\n                    alt=\"server room with lights looking down a hallway\"\n                    class=\"clarku-block-card-img clarku-block-card-img-threebytwo\"\n                    src=\"https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/data-science\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/58\/server-room-major.jpg\"\n                \/>\n            <\/div>\n                            <div\n                class=\"clarku-block-card-content\"\n            >\n                \n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-data-science-major\">Data science major<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Our interdisciplinary major includes core courses that cover general data science knowledge, skills, and tools, along with specialized tracks to help students develop domain expertise. We currently offer 11 tracks, with more tracks under development.<\/p>\n\n            <\/div>\n            <\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-stretch is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">    <a\n        class=\"clarku-block-card \"\n        href=\"https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/data-science\/undergraduate-programs\/minor-and-concentrations\/\"\n    >\n                    <div class=\"clarku-block-card-img-container\">\n                <img decoding=\"async\"\n                \t\tloading=\"lazy\"\n                    alt=\"minor diagram\"\n                    class=\"clarku-block-card-img clarku-block-card-img-threebytwo\"\n                    src=\"https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/data-science\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/58\/minor.jpg\"\n                \/>\n            <\/div>\n                            <div\n                class=\"clarku-block-card-content\"\n            >\n                \n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-minor-and-concentrations\">Minor and concentrations<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>These programs provide essential data science knowledge and skills, complementing other majors and enhancing students\u2019 ability to work with data and information across various disciplines.<\/p>\n\n            <\/div>\n            <\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-stretch is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">    <a\n        class=\"clarku-block-card \"\n        href=\"https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/data-science\/opportunities-and-services\/\"\n    >\n                    <div class=\"clarku-block-card-img-container\">\n                <img decoding=\"async\"\n                \t\tloading=\"lazy\"\n                    alt=\"Students working at ITS help desk\"\n                    class=\"clarku-block-card-img clarku-block-card-img-threebytwo\"\n                    src=\"https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/data-science\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/58\/help-desk.jpg\"\n                \/>\n            <\/div>\n                            <div\n                class=\"clarku-block-card-content\"\n            >\n                \n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-opportunities-and-services\">Opportunities and services<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>We offer a variety of supports and activities to enhance student experiences and outcomes.<\/p>\n\n            <\/div>\n            <\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20)\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-faculty-research-spotlight\">Faculty research spotlight<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-query is-layout-flow wp-block-query-is-layout-flow\"><ul class=\"columns-2 double-margin-bottom wp-block-post-template is-layout-grid wp-container-core-post-template-is-layout-02493678 wp-block-post-template-is-layout-grid\"><li class=\"wp-block-post post-537 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-faculty-research category-featured tag-biology\">\n<figure class=\"abut-end wp-block-post-featured-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/data-science\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/58\/javier-tabima.avif\" class=\"attachment-post-thumbnail size-post-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"Javier Tabima in the lab\" style=\"object-fit:cover;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/data-science\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/58\/javier-tabima.avif 900w, https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/data-science\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/58\/javier-tabima-300x200.avif 300w, https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/data-science\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/58\/javier-tabima-768x512.avif 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n<aside class=\"wp-block-group boxout has-light-warm-gray-background-color has-background is-content-justification-left is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-12dd3699 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-post-title has-small-font-size\">Javier Tabima<\/h3>\n\n<div class=\"taxonomy-post_tag eyebrow wp-block-post-terms has-body-font-family\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/data-science\/tag\/biology\/\" rel=\"tag\">Biology<\/a><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"entry-content wp-block-post-content is-layout-flow wp-block-post-content-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size\"><a href=\"https:\/\/tabima-lab.netlify.app\/\">Professor Javier Tabima\u2019s<\/a> research integrates tools and concepts from evolutionary theory, computational biology, genomics, genetics, and plant pathology\/mycology. His work focuses on the study of fungal evolution and the development of computational and molecular tools for rapid species identification, population genetics, and the detection of genes of interest. One notable paper connecting to data science is Poppr: an R package for genetic analysis of populations with clonal, partially clonal, and\/or sexual reproduction.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/aside>\n\n<\/li><li class=\"wp-block-post post-563 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-faculty-research category-featured tag-geography\">\n<figure class=\"abut-end wp-block-post-featured-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"865\" height=\"577\" src=\"https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/data-science\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/58\/african-agriculture.avif\" class=\"attachment-post-thumbnail size-post-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"aerial photo of where farmland meets forest\" style=\"object-fit:cover;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/data-science\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/58\/african-agriculture.avif 865w, https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/data-science\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/58\/african-agriculture-300x200.avif 300w, https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/data-science\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/58\/african-agriculture-768x512.avif 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 865px) 100vw, 865px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n<aside class=\"wp-block-group boxout has-light-warm-gray-background-color has-background is-content-justification-left is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-12dd3699 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-post-title has-small-font-size\">Lyndon Estes<\/h3>\n\n<div class=\"taxonomy-post_tag eyebrow wp-block-post-terms has-body-font-family\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/data-science\/tag\/geography\/\" rel=\"tag\">Geography<\/a><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"entry-content wp-block-post-content is-layout-flow wp-block-post-content-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size\"><a href=\"https:\/\/agroimpacts.info\/\">Professor Lyndon Estes<\/a> at Clark University focuses on the drivers and impacts of agricultural change in sub-Saharan Africa. His research employs advanced Earth observation technologies and modeling techniques to improve agricultural mapping and sustainability. He leads projects that aim to address food security, analyze farming practices, and develop high-resolution maps of cropland using machine learning and satellite imaging. Estes\u2019 work is crucial in understanding how agriculture in Africa is influenced by and adapts to climate change.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/aside>\n\n<\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-experiential-learning-spotlight\">Experiential learning spotlight<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-query is-layout-flow wp-block-query-is-layout-flow\"><ul class=\"columns-2 wp-block-post-template is-layout-grid wp-container-core-post-template-is-layout-02493678 wp-block-post-template-is-layout-grid\"><li class=\"wp-block-post post-603 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-student-projects\">\n<figure class=\"abut-end wp-block-post-featured-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"803\" height=\"535\" src=\"https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/data-science\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/58\/election.avif\" class=\"attachment-post-thumbnail size-post-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"an illustration representing political campaigns\" style=\"object-fit:cover;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/data-science\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/58\/election.avif 803w, https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/data-science\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/58\/election-300x200.avif 300w, https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/data-science\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/58\/election-768x512.avif 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 803px) 100vw, 803px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group boxout has-light-warm-gray-background-color has-background is-content-justification-left is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-12dd3699 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-post-title has-small-font-size\">Analyzing economic factors influencing Presidential reelection<\/h3>\n\n<div class=\"entry-content wp-block-post-content is-layout-flow wp-block-post-content-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size\">The primary objective of this project is to identify and analyze the economic factors that influence a president\u2019s likelihood of reelection. This comprehensive analysis includes factors such as GDP growth, unemployment rates, inflation, stock market performance, and other relevant economic metrics. The project seeks to provide a deeper understanding of how economic conditions shape the political landscape and affect presidential reelection prospects. Through rigorous data analysis and modeling, it strives to offer valuable insights into the interplay between economics and electoral success.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/li><li class=\"wp-block-post post-601 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-student-projects\">\n<figure class=\"abut-end wp-block-post-featured-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"599\" src=\"https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/data-science\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/58\/basketball-foul.avif\" class=\"attachment-post-thumbnail size-post-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"a basketball referee calls a foul\" style=\"object-fit:cover;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/data-science\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/58\/basketball-foul.avif 900w, https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/data-science\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/58\/basketball-foul-300x200.avif 300w, https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/data-science\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/58\/basketball-foul-768x511.avif 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group boxout has-light-warm-gray-background-color has-background is-content-justification-left is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-12dd3699 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-post-title has-small-font-size\">A relationship between betting money lines and fouls in the NBA<\/h3>\n\n<div class=\"entry-content wp-block-post-content is-layout-flow wp-block-post-content-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size\">Ye, a Psychology major from the Class of 2024, identified a significant correlation between money lines, win probabilities, and fouls drawn and committed, specifically for the 2023 Lakers. The study utilized a standardized delta for fouls drawn minus fouls committed on the vertical axis, and a standardized difference between the money lines\u2019 implied win probabilities and actual win probabilities (estimated through ESPN simulations) on the horizontal axis. This analysis aimed to uncover insights into how betting odds and in-game fouls are interconnected, offering implications for sports analytics and betting strategies in basketball.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-a89b3969 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/data-science\/data-science-ba\/research\/\">View all research<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull section is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:0;padding-bottom:0\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" id=\"h-alumni-spotlight\">Alumni spotlight<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns equal-height is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<aside class=\"wp-block-group boxout has-white-background-color has-background is-content-justification-left is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-075391ce wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40)\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-medium is-resized has-custom-border\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"282\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/data-science\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/58\/Garryn-282x300.jpg\" alt=\"male student\" class=\"wp-image-67\" style=\"border-radius:50%;object-fit:cover;width:200px;height:200px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/data-science\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/58\/Garryn-282x300.jpg 282w, https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/data-science\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/58\/Garryn.jpg 488w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 282px) 100vw, 282px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-pullquote has-medium-font-size\"><blockquote><p>\u201cThe urban geography and economics double major developed a comprehensive operations analysis for his honors thesis that outlines ways to improve Worcester Regional Transit Authority bus service while reducing operating costs.\u201d<\/p><cite>\u2014Class of \u201922, Geography, M.S.<\/cite><\/blockquote><\/figure>\n<\/aside>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<aside class=\"wp-block-group boxout has-white-background-color has-background is-content-justification-left is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-075391ce wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40)\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-medium is-resized has-custom-border\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"294\" src=\"https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/data-science\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/58\/Nguyen-300x294.jpg\" alt=\"FEMALE STUDENT\" class=\"wp-image-69\" style=\"border-radius:50%;object-fit:cover;width:200px;height:200px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/data-science\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/58\/Nguyen-300x294.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/data-science\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/58\/Nguyen.jpg 369w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-pullquote has-medium-font-size\"><blockquote><p>\u201cThe supportive community, inspirational faculty, interdisciplinary curriculum, and various research opportunities at Clark have fostered my growth as a data science student.\u201d<\/p><cite>\u2014Class of \u201923, Computer Science<\/cite><\/blockquote><\/figure>\n<\/aside>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-recent-headlines\">Recent headlines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-query is-layout-flow wp-block-query-is-layout-flow\"><ul class=\"columns-3 wp-block-post-template is-layout-grid wp-container-core-post-template-is-layout-6d3fbd8f wp-block-post-template-is-layout-grid\"><li class=\"wp-block-post post-842 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-news\">\n    <a\n        class=\"clarku-block-card \"\n        href=\"https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/news\/2026\/07\/16\/girls-inc-eureka-participants-explore-stem-and-college-life-at-clark-university\/\"\n    >\n                    <div class=\"clarku-block-card-img-container\">\n                <img decoding=\"async\"\n                \t\tloading=\"lazy\"\n                    alt=\"a student mixes substance in beaker\"\n                    class=\"clarku-block-card-img clarku-block-card-img-full\"\n                    src=\"https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/data-science\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/58\/Girls_Inc_14_Jul_2026-74.avif\"\n                \/>\n            <\/div>\n                            <div\n                class=\"clarku-block-card-content\"\n            >\n                \n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-\">Girls Inc. Eureka! participants explore STEM and college life at Clark University<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Nearly 100 participants of the Girls Inc. of Worcester Eureka! Program learned during four days on Clark\u2019s campus<\/p>\n\n            <\/div>\n            <\/a>\n\n<\/li><li class=\"wp-block-post post-808 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-news\">\n    <a\n        class=\"clarku-block-card \"\n        href=\"https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/news\/2025\/10\/09\/big-data-big-ambitions\/\"\n    >\n                    <div class=\"clarku-block-card-img-container\">\n                <img decoding=\"async\"\n                \t\tloading=\"lazy\"\n                    alt=\"\"\n                    class=\"clarku-block-card-img clarku-block-card-img-full\"\n                    src=\"https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/data-science\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/58\/Branson-Witt-England-1024x683.avif\"\n                \/>\n            <\/div>\n                            <div\n                class=\"clarku-block-card-content\"\n            >\n                \n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-\">Big data. Big ambitions.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Branson Witt \u201927 came to Clark with an interest in applying research to improve health equity and access, address the issue of inner-city food deserts, and curb stormwater pollution.<\/p>\n\n            <\/div>\n            <\/a>\n\n<\/li><li class=\"wp-block-post post-812 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-news\">\n    <a\n        class=\"clarku-block-card \"\n        href=\"https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/news\/2025\/09\/03\/mapping-reparations-in-massachusetts\/\"\n    >\n                    <div class=\"clarku-block-card-img-container\">\n                <img decoding=\"async\"\n                \t\tloading=\"lazy\"\n                    alt=\"\"\n                    class=\"clarku-block-card-img clarku-block-card-img-full\"\n                    src=\"https:\/\/www.clarku.edu\/data-science\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/58\/Jonathan_Soloman-1024x683.avif\"\n                \/>\n            <\/div>\n                            <div\n                class=\"clarku-block-card-content\"\n            >\n                \n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-\">Mapping reparations in Massachusetts<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Jonathan Solomon \u201927 has been mapping for municipalities or organizations that are involved in reparations efforts, from grassroots initiatives to education or activism. 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