Biostatistics Graduate Student Association

The Biostatistics Graduate Student Association, founded in 2016, is an American Statistical Association (ASA) chapter and a registered student organization at Vanderbilt University.

Mission

We seek to facilitate an environment for students to engage in discussions regarding biostatistics and data science concepts in order to further their knowledge and understanding of the current state of the field.

Activities

The BGSA hosts Journal Club, Fireside Chats, and other gatherings. Its members advise and assist faculty and staff with lightning talks, award nominations, and other programs and resources.

2025–2026 Officers

President: Alexis Fleming

Vice president: Chih-Ting (Teresa) Yang

Treasurer: Kaixing (Charlie) Liu

Secretary: Seth Young

First-year liaisons: Hao Wu and Ashley Mullan

Faculty relations liaisons: Danni Shi and Zongyue Teng

Communications officer: Ashley Mullan

See the BGSA history page for a partial list of previous officers.