Strength in Numbers: The Rising of Academic Statistics Departments in the U. S.

"Strength in Numbers: The Rising of Academic Statistics Departments in the U.S." offers a comprehensive insight into the development of statistics and biostatistics departments in the United States. This scholarly book documents the founding stories, growth, and significant figures of these departments, which have predominantly emerged over the last 60 years. Each chapter focuses on a specific department, highlighting its historical milestones, research successes, and the challenges it faced. The memoirs not only provide a retrospective look at the past but also offer a perspective on the current situation and future visions of the departments. This book is aimed at professionals and enthusiasts who wish to engage with the history of the discipline and seek a deeper understanding of the development of academic statistics in the U.S.