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Register today: Malamud Lectures Wednesday, Sep. 10, 2025
Foundations of Big Data and Machine Learning in Finance, Statistics, and Beyond

New lecturer shapes courses in statistical and data analysis Thursday, Aug. 28, 2025
James Harmon’s instructional methods draw from over 20 years of industry experience in actuarial science and insurance risk management.

Wentao Zhao joins PJM Interconnection Monday, Jul. 7, 2025
Zhao has served as Rice/CoFES Adjunct Professor since 2022

Investing early and with leverage Tuesday, Jul. 1, 2025
Undergrad analyzes leveraged ETFs as key to early retirement
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