Welcome to the Center for Applied Data Analytics (CADA)!
As the Director of the Center for Applied Data Analytics (CADA), I am delighted to welcome you to a hub where innovation, collaboration, and learning come together to create meaningful impact. At CADA, we are dedicated to leveraging the power of data to address real-world challenges and foster transformative solutions for our communities and industries. Through pioneering research, strategic industry partnerships, and comprehensive educational programs, we empower students, researchers, and business leaders with advanced expertise in Data Analytics, Artificial Intelligence, and Machine Learning.
Over the years, we have proudly supported numerous research initiatives, secured impactful grants, and facilitated cutting-edge training programs that empower students and professionals alike. Whether you are a student looking to gain hands-on experience with real-world data, a faculty member seeking collaborative research opportunities, or an industry partner aiming to optimize operations through data-driven solutions, CADA is here to support your journey.
With Gratitude
We extend our sincere thanks to Ms. Michelle Wells (link) for her generous endowment to the Center for Applied Data Analytics. This gift provides an annual spending allocation that directly supports AIS faculty, students, and the regional community in alignment with CADA’s mission. Her investment accelerates our ability to deliver meaningful, measurable impact across teaching, research, and outreach.
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A Decade in Review — Explore the milestones:
CADA’s Milestones & Achievements: The presentation (March, 2025), highlights CADA’s mission, impact, and strategic vision for advancing data analytics education, research, and industry partnerships.
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Learn More
Explore the highlights of the AIS Advisory Board Presentation (September, 2025), showcasing CADA’s mission, achievements, and strategic vision for advancing data analytics education, research, and industry collaborations.
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Warm regards,
Dr. Lily Popova Zhuhadar
Director, Center for Applied Data Analytics
Professor of Analytics and Information Systems
Email: lily.popova.zhuhadar@wku.edu
📍 Office Address
WKU Gordon Ford College of Business
410 Regents Avenue
CHAN Building, Room 3049
Bowling Green, KY 42101
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