HARRISBURG, PA — Harrisburg University of Science and Technology (HU) Data Sciences student, Meetu Malhotra ’27, has been taking HU culture – and her expertise – on the road. Throughout May, Meetu shared insights and showed what the future holds for impactful technologies like machine learning and natural language processing, over the span of several instructional sessions at internship programs and summits.
SCETW Summer Internship Program
Throughout the month of May, Meetu delivered multiple presentations during the Summer Internship Program, hosted by the Stanley College of Engineering and Technology for Women (SCETW). Her first instructional session – focused on machine learning (ML) and deep learning (DL) – took place on Day 4 and covered concepts including:
- How to identify patterns and trends in datasets.
- Techniques for spotting and handling outliers.
- Understanding data distribution and relationships between variables.
- Why EDA is a crucial first step in any ML workflow.
“The session made EDA feel much more structured and purposeful, showing how important it is in shaping accurate and meaningful models,” said Soni Kodamagundla ’26, a student at SCETW who attended the talk. “Thank you, Ms. Meetu Malhotra, for the practical insights and clarity.”
Meetu delivered a second talk during the 22nd day of the internship, focused on the fundamentals of text processing and natural language processing (NLP), with the goal of helping attendees better understand how machines can “read” human language and interpret its meaning.
Women in Tech Global Conference 2025
On May 21, Meetu attended by invitation the 2025 Women in Tech Global Conference, which brings “women in tech, minorities and allies from all over the world together through an interactive platform featuring live educational and training content, keynotes, engaging panels, breakout rooms, technical workshops, and networking with virtual and in-person sessions.”
Meetu’s talk was entitled, “Greener Bytes: Exploring the Environmental Impact and Solutions for LLMs.”
“In an era where technology and sustainability must coexist,” says Meetu, “Large language models (LLMs) have emerged as transformative tools across various industries, from healthcare to finance, and education to entertainment. This presentation delved into the multifaceted landscape of LLMs, beginning with an introduction to their capabilities and diverse applications and exploring innovative use cases that highlight the profound impact of LLMs. We also confronted the pressing challenges they pose – particularly regarding energy consumption and carbon emissions.”
Overall, the goal was to foster a wider awareness of these issues and outline a roadmap for minimizing the negative impacts of LLMs while maximizing their potential.
Meetu noted: “[Presenting at Women in Technology] was a fantastic experience to share knowledge and learn from experts on wide range of topics – the rising ethical concerns in AI, synthetic data generation, the societal and environmental impacts of AI technology, role of emerging tech in driving business innovation and much more. Engaging with the Women in AI community was not only inspiring but also a wonderful chance to connect with industry experts who are shaping the future of technology. My heartfelt thanks to all the attendees, organizers, and fellow speakers for the great event!”
ISCEA Advisory Board Membership
Marking an additional milestone, Meetu is also pleased to share that she has been named a Professional Member of the International Supply Chain Education Alliance (ISCEA) Advisory Board, in recognition of her ample qualifications and experience. Founded in Ohio in 2003, the ISCEA “was the first organization to certify supply chain managers globally.” The Advisory Board provides guidance pertaining to technological and subject matter as it relates to students, companies, and the wider industry, helping the ISCEA to develop internationally recognized certification programs such as Certified Supply Chain Manager (CSCM), Certified Supply Chain Analyst (CSCA), Certified Lean Master (CLM), Certified Supply Chain Technology Professional (CSCTP), Certified Demand Driven Planner (CDDP), and many others.
Harrisburg University congratulates Meetu on these impactful presentations and wishes her continued success in her life after HU. Thank you for making us #HUProud!
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