Eric C Odgaard

Eric C Odgaard serves as Associate Professor in the Department of Psychology at The University of Tampa, with prior faculty appointments at University of South Florida St. Petersburg where he received dual teaching awards in 2008. He maintains a significant consulting role as statistical advisor for the Department of Veterans Affairs.

His educational credentials include:

• B.A. from University of Nebraska-Lincoln (1996)
• M.A. from University of Nebraska-Lincoln (1998)
• Ph.D. from University of Nebraska-Lincoln (2000)

Professor Odgaard's research program centers on biostatistics and psychological methodology, with distinctive contributions to cross-modal perception (particularly synesthesia) and statistical reporting standards. His interdisciplinary work spans clinical psychology methodology, moral reasoning, sensory neuroscience, and biological applications, consistently emphasizing practical data analysis frameworks for health and biology professionals.

His scholarly recognition includes:

• Chancellor’s Award for Teaching Excellence (USF St. Petersburg, 2008)
• Teacher of the Year, College of Arts & Sciences (USF St. Petersburg, 2008)

As a practicing biostatistician, he provides methodological consultation for VA healthcare initiatives and local medical professionals while teaching foundational courses in statistics, behavioral neuroscience, and health psychology. His influential Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology publication established new standards for effect size reporting in clinical research. Community engagement extends to active participation in Tampa-area theater productions.