Kristen Olson, director of the Bureau of Sociological Research and Leland J. and Dorothy H. Olson Professor of Sociology, was awarded the 2026 Outstanding Service award from the American Statistical Association's Survey Research Methods Section. The award recognizes the extraordinary contributions made by a particular section member.
The committee recognized Olson "for her remarkable contribution of enthusiasm, professionalism and time to the Section through multiple services as Program Chair, Council of Sections Representative, member of organizing, fellows and awards committees as well as presentations of webinars and work as Editor."
