JSM 2004 Online Program

Abstract #301163

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Activity Number:	136
Type:	Luncheons
Date/Time:	Monday, August 9, 2004 : 12:30 PM to 1:50 PM
Sponsor:	Section on Statistical Education
Abstract - #301163
Title:	Preparing Students for Graduate School in Statistics
Author(s):	L. Marlin Eby*+
Companies:	Messiah College
Address:	PO Box 3041, Grantham, PA, 17027,
Keywords:	undergraduate ; graduate ; mentoring
Abstract:	Successful preparation usually begins early in the undergraduate program. Topics to be discussed include creating student interest in statistics as a discipline and a career, identifying students with graduate school potential, the role of mentoring, relevant courses and internships, guiding students in choosing graduate programs, and followup with students after they enter graduate school. The host will draw on his successful experiences as a statistician within the mathematical sciences department at a college of the liberal and applied arts and sciences.

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