News

Dec 10, 2024

Department Launches Professional Development Workshop Series for Students

In response to student requests, our department recently launched a monthly professional development workshop series aimed at providing valuable insights and resources for career growth. Over the past semester, we hosted four diverse in-person sessions that connected students at all levels with experts across academia and industry. All of the panelists have some connection with…

Dec 2, 2024

NC State Announces 2024-25 Goodnight Early Career Innovators

NC State announced its 2024-25 class of Goodnight Early Career Innovators today. This program recognizes and rewards promising NC State early-career faculty whose scholarship is in STEM or STEM education. The 25 faculty selected will receive $22,000 ­for each of the next three years to support their scholarship and research endeavors.

Sep 13, 2024

Q3-2024 Research Roundup

Marie Davidian Title: The I-SPY 2.2 TRIAL: Evolving to Imaging and Molecular Biomarker Response Directed Adaptive Sequential Treatment to Optimize Breast Cancer Outcomes  Period: 2023–2028 Funding Agency: National Institutes of Health PI: L. Esserman, University of California, San Francisco Description:   ISPY-2 is a long-running phase II platform trial in locally advanced breast cancer that…

Sep 12, 2024

Welcome to Our New Team Members!

We are excited to introduce four new faculty and staff members who have recently joined the Department of Statistics at NC State University. Each of them brings a wealth of experience and a unique set of skills that will greatly enhance our department. Please join us in welcoming them to our team! Camille Goodridge –…

Sep 12, 2024

The Actuarial Science Club is Back!

After a short hiatus since Fall 2021, the Actuarial Science Club has returned at NC State. Burke King (Club President) spearheaded the effort to reinvigorate the club in order to share the knowledge he gained from passing the first examination and his internship with those who are interested in an actuarial science career. The first…

Sep 12, 2024

Statistics Club Welcomes a New Year of Activity

The Statistics Club kicked off another school year of meetings and activities on August 29, 2024 with pizza and planning for the year. The meeting drew approximately 40 (graduate and undergraduate) students to the event, as they discussed the goals for the Statistics Club and played a game of trivia regarding the history of the…

Sep 10, 2024

Department Beach Trip Returns: A Weekend of Fun and Reconnection

The department’s annual beach trip returned this past weekend (September 6-8), bringing back the joy of in-person connection, laughter, and relaxation. Roughly 60 faculty, staff, students and their family members joined us for the weekend at the Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel. Set along the beautiful coast, the event was a perfect blend of activities, team…

Sep 9, 2024

Summer 2024 SIBS Program Was a Success

The summer of 2024 marked another successful iteration of the Summer Institute for Biostatistics (SIBS) program, co-managed by Sujit Ghosh, Herle McGowan from NC State, alongside Megan Neely from Duke University. With Angie as the program coordinator, our collective efforts came together to create an enriching and unforgettable experience for all involved. Kickoff: A Warm…

Sep 9, 2024

After 47 Years of Service, Dr. Thomas Reiland Reflects on His Storied Career and Retirement

Dr. Thomas Reiland, a distinguished member of our department, has recently retired after an exceptional 47-year tenure. Over the decades, Reiland has not only witnessed but also contributed significantly to the changes and growth within the department and across the entire campus. In an insightful interview, he shared his experiences, reflections, and future plans, offering…

Sep 9, 2024

Kicking Off the School Year with Sweetness: Annual Ice Cream Social

The school year started off on a high note with the beloved annual Ice Cream Social! Students, faculty, and staff came together on August 23, 2024 for a fun-filled afternoon of delicious ice cream, laughter, and community building. This event, held on the first Friday of each school year, has become a cherished tradition, offering…