"Statistics is not merely a tool of analysis — it is an instrument of justice, capable of revealing inequity, holding institutions accountable, and empowering communities."— Tortorella Statistics for Social Justice Initiative
The Tortorella Statistics for Social Justice Initiative at Fordham University combines the rigor of academic learning with the impact of community engagement. Undergraduate and graduate students work alongside faculty, research mentors, and local community partners — bringing statistics, probability, data science, and applied mathematics to bear on pressing societal challenges.
Housed within Fordham's Center for Community Engaged Learning (CCEL), the initiative is positioned to have sustained, real-world impact in the communities Fordham serves, with the goal of building a center for statistics and social justice.
Our mission, research focus areas, and program structure.
Read more →Faculty Director, research mentors, and the 2026 Fellows.
Meet the team →Program details, eligibility, and current application status.
View fellowship →Get in touch with the initiative or inquire about partnerships.
Get in touch →The inaugural cohort of Tortorella Research Fellows has been selected and begins Summer 2026. Applications for the 2026 cycle are now closed; information about the 2027 cycle will be posted on the Fellowship page when available.