Dalton Hopper

Dalton Hopper serves as an Assistant Professor of Mathematics in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics at Centre College, joining the faculty in 2024. His academic profile bridges rigorous statistical methodology with pedagogical excellence, supported by dual bachelor's degrees and advanced graduate training.

Hopper's educational foundation includes:

• Bachelor of Science in Mathematics (summa cum laude), Eastern Kentucky University
• Bachelor of Science in Statistics (summa cum laude), Eastern Kentucky University
• Master of Science in Statistics, The Ohio State University
• Doctor of Philosophy in Statistics, The Ohio State University, with Certificate in College and University Teaching

His research program integrates statistics education, sampling theory, and experimental design innovation. A signature contribution is a novel two-stage cluster randomized design demonstrating superior efficiency over existing literature, with practical implementations across education, public health, and medical research domains. This work emphasizes real-world applicability while advancing methodological rigor.

Professional recognition includes:

• Thomas and Jean Powers Teaching Award (The Ohio State University)

Hopper maintains active memberships in the American Statistical Association and Institute of Mathematical Statistics. Current documentation does not specify graduate student advising activities or externally funded research grants. Similarly, dedicated research laboratories or specialized collaborative teams are not referenced in available materials.