Being part of the first batch of the Data Science masters was a firm yet fun foray into the magic that math and programming can perform! The focus of this program was to nurture mathematical, probabilistic and statistical maturity, followed by a series of applied projects in different courses. This rigorous approach equipped us with the tools that ensured that we graduated at the top percentile of the data scientist work force. At the same time, it provided us with a more research oriented mindset that data science demands from its practitioners. Indeed a beautiful, once-in-a-lifetime experience that prepared us for our careers while blessing us with excellent friends!