Hubert Morse Blalock Jr. (August 23, 1926 – February 8, 1991) was an American sociologist noted for his work on statistical research methods.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, 64National Academies Press, Hubert Morse Blalock, Jr., August 23, 1926 — February 8, By Herbert L. Costner He was a professor of sociology at the University of Washington, president of the American Sociological AssociationAmerican Sociological Association Centennial, Hubert Morse Blalock, Jr. and a member of the National Academy of Sciences. 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".
Personal life He married Ann Bonar and had three children, Susan, Kathleen, and James.
Awards and Distinctions the Stouffer Award, presented by the American Sociological Association - 1973 fellow of the American Statistical Association - 1974 fellow of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences - 1975 elected to the National Academy of Sciences - 1976 president of the American Sociological Association in 1978–1979
Notable works textbook Social Statistics (McGraw-Hill Kogakusha Ltd., Tokyo 1960 and 1972)
References
External links National Academy of Sciences Biographical Memoir