Hubert M. Blalock Jr.

Hubert Morse Blalock Jr. (August 23, 1926 – February 8, 1991) was an American sociologist who was internationally known for his work on statistical research methods.[1][2] He was a professor of sociology at the University of Washington,[1] president of the American Sociological Association[1][3] and a member of the National Academy of Sciences.[1] According to the National Academies Press, Hubert Blalock "played a major role in shaping the field of sociology during the latter half of the twentieth century".[2] He married Ann Bonar and had three children, Susan, Kathleen, and James.

Hubert M. Blalock Jr.
NationalityUnited States
AwardsPaul F. Lazarsfeld Memorial Award
Academic background
EducationUniversity of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Academic work
DisciplineSociology
Institutions

Awards and Distinctions

Notable works
  • textbook "Social Statistics" [1]
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References
  1. He received his doctorate from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and subsequently taught at the University of Michigan (1952–1963) and the University of North Carolina (1963–1971). New York Times:Obituaries:Hubert M. Blalock Jr., Sociologist, 64
  2. National Academies Press, Hubert Morse Blalock, Jr.,August 23, 1926 — February 8, By Herbert L. Costner
  3. American Sociological Association Centennial, Hubert Morse Blalock, Jr. Archived 2012-05-27 at the Wayback Machine
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