Dear Students, Faculty, Staff, Alumni, and Partners,
It is with immense pride and enthusiasm that I welcome you to the launch of the School of Data, Mathematical, and Statistical Sciences (SDMSS) and to our new digital home. The establishment of this new School is a landmark moment for UCF, marking a major strategic investment that positions us at the intersection of the most critical fields shaping our future. This is more than a new administrative unit; it is the realization of a bold vision. We achieve this by unifying the foundational rigor of Mathematics and the inferential power of Statistical Sciences with the modern applications of Data Science, creating a dynamic, integrated environment that few institutions can match. Our shared mission is to pioneer the advancement of Quantitative Sciences through foundational and applied research, deliver innovative and rigorous education across all levels, and cultivate a diverse community dedicated to solving complex, real-world problems that benefit our local community and the world at large.
The synergy created by SDMSS immediately unlocks new possibilities and tangible opportunities for innovation. For our students, this means we are building a unified curriculum, ensuring they possess not only mastery of specialized techniques but also the deep theoretical understanding required to adapt to a rapidly changing technological landscape. Through our faculty and partners, we are fostering immediate interdisciplinary collaboration, designed to launch cutting-edge research at the crossroads of our three core disciplines—from advanced AI modeling to high-dimensional causal inference. In turn, we become the essential regional hub for data-driven solutions, providing the talent and expertise needed to support industry, healthcare, and government initiatives throughout Central Florida and beyond.
We stand at the precipice of remarkable discovery, and the School of Data, Mathematical, and Statistical Sciences is built to lead that charge. I invite you to join us, collaborate with us, and explore how the power of quantitative science is transforming the future.
Sincerely,
Florencio Eloy Hernandez, Ph.D./MBA
Interim Inaugural Director
School of Data, Mathematical, and Statistical Sciences (SDMSS)