Joe Opitz

My name is Joe Opitz, and I am a junior on the golf team at Montana Technological University. I am majoring in Data Science with minors in Mathematics, Statistics, and Computer Science. My passions for math and problem-solving drew me to Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence. This passion grew as I completed more Data Science classes and projects, I look forward to using these skills and tools to create innovative impacts on society.

Through golf, I have honed my communication skills, learning to engage effectively with a wide range of individuals. Spending 4-5 hours on the course with diverse players has significantly enhanced my ability to converse and collaborate in various settings. Golf, like life, requires mental toughness and the ability to accept and recover from mistakes. To be a successful college golfer, one needs to have the discipline to work hard no matter how you feel that day. Being a team leader requires connecting with, motivating, and understanding your teammates.