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Dec 15, 2023

Marcia Lynn Gumpertz Reflects on Decades of Dedication to Statistics at NCSU

As the academic community at North Carolina State University bids farewell to one of its esteemed members, Marcia Lynn Gumpertz, it is an opportune moment to reflect on the remarkable journey of this distinguished statistician. Dr. Gumpertz’s association with the Statistics Department dates back to 1984 when she commenced her academic voyage as a graduate…

Dec 12, 2023

Research Roundup

Take a dive into the sea of research projects being conducted by our faculty! This only reflects a subset of the vast and diverse research taking place among our faculty members. Learn more below. Subhashis Ghoshal National Science Foundation (DMS-Statistics): Collaborative Research: Novel Modeling and Bayesian Analysis of High-dimensional Time Series. Proposal number DMS 2210280.…

Dec 11, 2023

Students Shine in Successful Poster Presentation Session

In a focused showcase of statistical research, the Department hosted a Poster Presentation Session on Friday, December, 1, 2023, featuring presentations from 10 students in our PhD Program. Faculty, staff, emeritus faculty, and friends of the department gathered to engage in discussions over coffee, bagels, and cream cheese and enjoy the showcased posters.  Below provides…

Dec 8, 2023

It’s a Celebration: Fall 2023 Commencement

Warmest congratulations to the graduating class of Fall 2023 in the Department of Statistics! This milestone represents years of dedication, hard work, and the pursuit of knowledge for our undergraduate and graduate students. We would like to offer special recognition to those who have successfully defended their dissertations during the Summer 2023 and Fall 2023…

Dec 7, 2023

Statistics Graduate Student Association (SGSA)

The Statistics Graduate Student Association (SGSA) is an organization created and run by our departmental graduate students. This organization is committed to nurturing a vibrant community, creating meaningful connections and celebrating diverse cultures within our department.  Cultural Celebrations: Moon Festival and Diwali On September 28, 2023, the Moon Festival brought together over 50 faculty members…

Dec 6, 2023

Faculty & Staff Spotlight

The Statistics Department proudly highlights the outstanding achievements of our esteemed faculty and staff members. Their contributions exemplify the spirit of excellence that defines our academic community. Celebrating Milestones: We extend heartfelt congratulations to Business Manager Josh Agner and Bookkeeper Kathleen Roth who have both celebrated 15 years with the university. We are grateful for…

Dec 6, 2023

Undergraduates connecting through statistical organizations

Statistics students can get involved in various clubs and organizations offered on campus to connect with others with similar interests and career goals. Some of those clubs include:

Dec 1, 2023

Welcome the Newest Additions to Our Department

The Statistics Department has welcomed several new faculty and staff in recent months. They bring with them a wealth of experience and expertise, enhancing the richness of our academic community. We’re excited to have them on board, contributing to our academic community. Let us introduce you to each of those who have joined our ranks.…

Dec 1, 2023

Honoring the Legacy of Alison McCoy and Sasha Miao

On August 30, 2023, our department bid a bittersweet farewell to two remarkable individuals who have been the backbone of our administrative support team for many years: Alison McCoy (14 years) and Sasha Miao (16 years). As they embarked on their well-deserved retirement journey, faculty, staff, and students (old and new) came together as a…

Nov 14, 2023

Statistics Department shines at weekly Thursdays at the Bureau event

On Thursday, November 9, 2023, the Statistics Department took center stage during the “Thursdays at the Bureau” series, an initiative orchestrated by Dean Lewis Owen to foster collaboration and knowledge-sharing across the College of Sciences (COS). Since its inception on October 12, 2023, this weekly series has showcased the diverse research efforts of various departments…