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Mar 7, 2024

Mindfulness Moment

Mindfulness exercises have been shown to benefit overall mental and physical well-being. Try this breathing exercise to reduce stress and find calm: Box Breathing: Step 1: Step 2: Step 3: Step…

Mar 7, 2024

Alumni Spotlight

Our alumni continue to do great things in the discipline and for the community! Below are just some of their accomplishments. Have news to share? Let us know the latest…

Mar 7, 2024

2024 PhD Prospective Student Visit and International Dinner are a success!

On Friday, March 1, 2024, the department held our annual prospective student visit day and International Dinner. We welcomed accepted domestic PhD students for a visit over two days brimming…

Mar 7, 2024

Exciting News: Dr. Emily Griffith Named Associate Department Head

We are delighted to announce that our own Dr. Emily Griffith will be the new Associate Department Head for the department. Dr. Griffith’s appointment is in part due to her…

Mar 7, 2024

Alumni Updates – Where are they now?

See below and check out the latest updates regarding our departmental alumni! Do you likewise have news to share? Let us know the latest with you. Click here to share.…

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Mar 4, 2024

Using Stats to Protect Oceans

Shu Yang and Brian Reich use statistics to determine whether conservation efforts are working.

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Mar 1, 2024

Podcast: Goodnight Grad James B. Robertson

On this episode of the NC State Philanthropy Podcast, we’re joined by James B. Robertson, a two-time NC State alumnus currently working on his doctorate in the College of Sciences, to discuss how private support from Dr. Jim and Mrs. Ann Goodnight has greatly furthered his academic career.

Feb 29, 2024

RESEARCH ROUNDUP

Srijan Sengupta Title: Cloud computing infrastructure for “A gut-brain interaction controlling reward learning” Period: 09/23–05/24 Amount: $243,631 Role: Co-Investigator Funding agency: National Institutes of Health PI: Willam M. Howe (Virginia…

Feb 29, 2024

Honoring Jacqueline Hughes-Oliver: A Legacy of Dedication and Service

After 37.5 years of service, Dr. Jacqueline Hughes-Oliver bids farewell to the Department of Statistics, leaving behind a profound legacy of dedication, expertise, and warmth. In a reflective interview, she…

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Feb 27, 2024

Statistician Emily Hector Wins NSF CAREER Award

The award is one of the highest honors the National Science Foundation gives to young faculty in the sciences.