@futurebird really great points.
I have advocated for adding stats to the base curriculum because I feel like it has become critical to exist in our society. Feels like even a weather forecast requires a little understanding of stats. Much less things like elections.
But having a well thought out curriculum is key. And I don't think stats should ever be a capstone for math students. Everyone needs it.
Do you think there is a way to fit "stats literacy" in without replacing another course?