Biostatistics Distinguished Alumni Award.
2024 Biostatistics Distinguished Alumni Award
We are seeking nominations for alumni who embody, through their work in biostatistics, the Boston University School of Public Health’s core purpose to “Think. Teach. Do. For the health of all.”
Think: Notable achievements (e.g. publications, grants, etc.) in the field of biostatistics
Teach: Having an impact on the next generation of Biostatisticians through either formal or informal teaching and mentoring
Do: Career centered on biostatistics. Active contributors via professional organizations, government policy, popular press, or other means
For the health of all: impact on underserved populations or widespread impact
Eligibility and Nominations
Alumni from all BU Biostatistics programs are eligible (MS, MA, PhD, and MPH graduates). We welcome diverse nominees in terms of biostatistics degree obtained, career path, particular area of expertise within the field of biostatistics as well as personal background. Particular consideration is given to those who have demonstrated resilience in obtaining their achievements.
Anyone (student, staff, faculty, whether BU-affiliated or not) may submit a nomination. Self nominations are also encouraged.
Please include the nominee’s CV and a 1-page letter describing:
- Achievements since graduation;
- How their work is making an impact;
- Service and dedication to the profession; and
- Any obstacles the nominee has had to overcome
Nominations should be uploaded at the following link.
The 2024 recipient will be invited to BU to receive the award, give a presentation and meet with students in Fall 2024 (tentatively, Friday, October 25, 2024).
Nominations are due by August 31, 2024.
Past Winners
2023: Michael Posner
2022: Elena Losina
2021: Sandeep Menon