The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences at CU Denver is proud to celebrate Kayley Smiley, recipient of the Maurice Davies Award from the Colorado-Wyoming Chapter of the American Statistical Association.
The Maurice Davies Award recognizes outstanding students across universities in the region who demonstrate excellence in statistics through strong academic performance and meaningful contributions to the field. Named in honor of one of the chapter’s founding members, the award reflects a legacy of leadership and impact in the statistical community. Recipients are recognized during the chapter’s Annual Spring Meeting.
Kayley’s achievement is a strong example of what CU Denver students do every day: bring focus, curiosity, and real-world drive to their learning.
Congratulations, Kayley. We’re excited to see where your work in statistics takes you next.
Why This Recognition Matters
Awards like the Maurice Davies Award highlight the value of statistics in solving real problems, from understanding community needs to supporting evidence-based decision-making.
At CU Denver, students build the skills to turn data into insight and insight into action. This recognition reinforces the kind of applied, career-connected learning that helps our students make an impact in Denver and beyond.
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