Leading the fusion of statistical theory and real-world impact.
Our department leaders are a dedicated team of faculty and staff who bring vision, expertise, and leadership to every aspect of our work.
A message from the Chair.

Advances in computing speed and storage capabilities over the past several decades have allowed access to new data sources on a massive scale. As a result, the disciplines of statistics and data science have become ubiquitous and essential for progress in almost all research areas and industry sectors.
James Booth, Professor, Chair of the Department of Statistics and Data Science
Meet the leadership team.

James Booth
Professor of Statistics and Data Science, Department Chair
James Booth
Professor of Statistics and Data Science, Department Chair
Contact
jim.booth@cornell.edu

Donna Holzbaur
Director of Administration for Statistics and Data Science
Donna Holzbaur
Director of Administration for Statistics and Data Science
Contact
Dlh278@cornell.edu

Yang Ning
Associate Professor of Statistics and Data Science, Director of Graduate Studies, Statistics and Data Science
Yang Ning
Associate Professor of Statistics and Data Science, Director of Graduate Studies, Statistics and Data Science

Martin T. Wells
Charles A. Alexander Professor of Statistical Sciences, Director of Undergraduate Studies, Statistics and Data Science
Martin T. Wells
Charles A. Alexander Professor of Statistical Sciences, Director of Undergraduate Studies, Statistics and Data Science
Contact
mtw1@cornell.edu

Xiaolong Yang
Teaching Professor of Statistics and Data Science, Director, MPS program in Data Science and Applied Statistics
Xiaolong Yang
Teaching Professor of Statistics and Data Science, Director, MPS program in Data Science and Applied Statistics


