Amanda Malloy, Director of Development
I am happy to announce the publication of a new ASA Legacy Page honoring George Cobb, a beloved member of the statistics community and tireless advocate for statistics education. The page brings together memories and reflections that celebrate Cobb’s life, career, and lasting influence on the profession.
Although I did not have the opportunity to know Cobb personally, the tributes from those who did make his impact clear. Cobb challenged conventional thinking and encouraged the statistics community to rethink how statistics are taught and practiced. He was also known for his humor, creativity, and love of wordplay. Colleagues recalled his use of homemade slime to teach data transformations and his practice of launching gummy bears to teach factorial design—just a few examples of the energy and imagination he brought to statistics education.
Cobb’s professional contributions were significant, as well. Through his writing, teaching, advocacy, and service in numerous ASA leadership roles, he helped shape modern statistics education. He was elected an ASA Fellow in 1993 and received the ASA Founders Award in 2007.
The launch of his Legacy Page is especially meaningful because his colleagues, students, friends, and admirers came together to raise more than $10,000 in support of ASA programs as part of the campaign. Their generosity is a wonderful reflection of Cobb’s lasting impact and a fitting way to celebrate his contributions to the profession.
Creating a Lasting Legacy
The ASA Legacy Page program provides a meaningful way to honor a colleague, mentor, educator, or other ASA member whose contributions deserve to be remembered. A Legacy Page creates a lasting online tribute where friends and colleagues can share memories, celebrate accomplishments, and reflect on an individual’s influence.
The program is about more than remembering the past. Contributions made as part of a Legacy Page campaign support ASA programs and initiatives, helping strengthen the profession for the next generation.
Learn more about the Legacy Page program and how to get started.
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