Data – What It Is, What We Can Do With It

Dr. Jennifer Bachner is the Director of the Master of Science in Data Analytics and Policy program and the Certificate in Government Analytics program at Johns Hopkins University. With a robust academic background, she earned her Ph.D. in Government from Harvard University and holds undergraduate degrees in political science and social studies education from the University of Maryland, College Park. Dr. Bachner is a prolific author, having co-written significant works such as America’s State Governments: A Critical Look at Disconnected Democracies and What Washington Gets Wrong, alongside Benjamin Ginsberg. Her research focuses on the intersection of analytics, political behavior, and online education, contributing to reports like Predictive Policing: Preventing Crime with Data and Analytics, published by the IBM Center for the Business of Government. As an expert in her field, she has been featured in major media outlets including the Washington Post and NPR. Dr. Bachner's commitment to advancing data-driven policy solutions and her leadership in educational programs underscore her vital role at Johns Hopkins University, where she continues to shape the future of governance and analytics education.