In 1935, he helped to start the Institute of Mathematical Statistics, which in 1938 assumed control over the journal; Samuel S. Wilks succeeded Carver as editor in the same year. The Institute has named its Harry C. Carver Medal after him.
In 1935, he played a role in founding the Institute of Mathematical Statistics, which assumed control of the journal in 1938; Samuel S. Wilks succeeded Carver as editor that same year. The institute later recognized him with a medal named after Harry C. Carver.