Elements of Data Science Instructors

Jonathan M. Smith

Director of Data Science First Year
Professor of Instruction
jonathan.m.smith@temple.edu
https://sites.temple.edu/jmsmith

Data is fun particularly when connected 
to chemistry. Enjoy hiking, biking, and 
nordic skiing

Jun Han

Assistant
 Professor of Instruction
Jun.han@temple.edu

Jonathan Nyquist

Professor of Geophysics
Weeks Chair of Environmental Geology
jonathan.nyquist@temple.edu
https://sites.temple.edu/geophysics/

Elizabeth L. Price

Assistant Professor of Instruction
elizabeth.l.price@temple.edu

Course Assistants

Sabrina Ford

sabrina.ford@temple.edu

I am an IS&T major, pursuing an interest in Information Security. I am passionate about pizza and going for long drives.

Michael Geraghty

Michael.geraghty@temple.edu

Hi, I’m Michael, a senior majoring in Computer Science here at Temple. I have a strong interest in AI and enjoy exploring its many possibilities. Outside of my coursework, I love producing music, writing songs, and spending time outdoors hiking. Looking forward to a great semester!

Obed Johannes

obed.johannes@temple.edu
Hello! I’m Obed Johannes, a fourth-year IST major at Temple University. Originally from Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, I spent my formative years in Washington, D.C. My interests span a diverse range, from combat sports and running to indulging in a good book or exploring new music, and art. I look forward to working with you all this semester.

Olivia Sullivan

olivia.sullivan0004@temple.edu
Hello I’m Liv! I’m a 3^rd year biology student on the pre-med track. In my free time I love being outside (fishing, hiking, stand-up paddleboarding, etc.) and running. In November, I will be running my first marathon at the Philadelphia Marathon! Look forward to working with you : )

Katelyn Porrecca

katelyn.porrecca@temple.edu

Hi everyone, I’m Katelyn! I’m a 3^rd year biology major on the pre-pharmacy track. I’m interested in neuroscience, and I love pilates and the beach! I look forward to working with you all!

Belinta Simiyu

belinta.simiyu@temple.edu

I am a chemistry major interested in exploring computational chemistry and the use of AI in scientific research.

Rupesh Prasannakumar

rupesh.prasannakumar @temple.edu

Hi everyone, I’m Rupesh and I am a junior bio major on the pre-dental track. In my free time I like to rock climb, golf, and spend time hiking around outside. Feel free to email me, and I look forward to working with you all!

Maxwell Bash

Maxwell.bash@temple.edu

Hi, I’m Max Bash, a first year Bio major on the pre-med track. I love spending my free time composing and practicing music, alongside reading philosophy! Feel free to email me, I’m always here to help!

Chloe Batz

chloe.batz@temple.edu

Hi! I’m Chloe Batz, a sophomore biology major at CST. Outside of university, I enjoy volunteering, working out, and traveling. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions, and I look forward to meeting you all!

Junhao Zhao

junhao.zhao@temple.edu

Hi, I’m Junhao (John) and I’m majoring in Computer Science. Besides being a course assistant I’m also a lab consultant here at Temple. I enjoy rock climbing, hiking, playing video games, and reading in my free time. I look forward to working with everyone!

Faheedah Sharafadeen

faheedah.sharafadeen@temple.edu

Jeni Sorathiya

tur49074@temple.edu

I’m double majoring in Data Science and Cybersecurity. I’m also an international student.

Egi Rama

egi.rama@temple.edu

I am a Computer Science Major, I’m a research assistant in an Human-Computer Interaction lab and I enjoy rock climbing.