International Day Of Women in Statistics and Data Science

Dr. Jessica K. Kohlschmidt is a distinguished biostatistician, educator, and leader in the statistical community. A first-generation college student, her early passion for math and teaching evolved into a dedicated career in statistics after discovering its real-world applications. She has built a multifaceted career that combines teaching, high-impact clinical research, and significant leadership roles in professional organizations. For 12 years, she applied her expertise to leukemia outcomes research and she has been a college educator since 1999. Dr. Kohlschmidt is deeply committed to mentorship and outreach, particularly encouraging young women to pursue statistics, and holds key leadership positions in several statistical organizations, including the American Statistical Association (ASA).