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Behind every statistician is someone who took the time to guide and believe in them. Read these powerful stories about the mentors who opened doors, offered encouragement, and shaped researchers and leaders.
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MEMBER SHOWCASE: Staci Hepler
This month, we’re featuring Staci Hepler, whose work spans teaching, research, and service.
Latest Issue: Veridical Data Science and the Data Science Life Cycle in Action
Editor Juana Sanchez shares insights from the latest issue of JSDSE—from exploring the data science life cycle to teaching data science in the age of AI.
National Pet Month: Famous Statisticians and Their Pets
For National Pet Month, Penny Reynolds looks to the furry and sometimes unique companions who shared the workspace of well-known statisticians.
Building Connections That Last: Inside ASA’s Diversity Mentoring Program
The Diversity Mentoring Program helps shape careers through mentorship, connection, and community.
ASA International Data Quest Inspires, Connects Students in Underserved Areas
Data Quest is a month-long competition that connects students in underserved regions with real-world data.
Eight Hours to Impact: Dell Technologies and NVIDIA Hackathon at The AI Summit
Meet the standout winners of the Dell Technologies + NVIDIA Hackathon during The AI Summit New York: Riya Kalra; Sripad Karne; Kaylie Stuteville; and Raj Trikha.
Upcoming Events and Opportunities
Looking to expand your network or dive into new areas? Check out these upcoming events and opportunities from the ASA.
Co-Editor Sought for ‘Journal of Quantitative Analysis in Sports’
The ‘Journal of Quantitative Analysis in Sports’ has a co-editor position open. Each co-editor serves a four-year term with a two-year overlap between outgoing and incoming co-editors.
Data for Good Supporting Scientists
This month’s Stats4Good column explores how advocacy, community, and connection can help protect the people behind the data—and why it matters now more than ever.
Sallie A. Keller to Give Deming Lecture
The American Statistical Association recently selected Sallie A. Keller, chief scientist and associate director of the US Census Bureau’s Research and Methodology Directorate, as the recipient of its 2026 Deming Lecturer Award. She will give the Deming Lecture on August 4, during the 2026 Joint Statistical Meetings in Boston, Massachusetts.
Willie Jasso Wins 2026 Cooley-Mead Award
Guillermina (Willie) Jasso has been named the recipient of the Cooley-Mead Award recognizing her lasting contributions to social psychology.
Rebecca Andridge Wins Alumni Award for Distinguished Teaching at Ohio State
ASA Fellow Rebecca Andridge has been awarded The Ohio State University Alumni Award for Distinguished Teaching for her help in shaping public health education.
Obituary: Arak M. Mathai
Arak M. Mathai—an eminent mathematician and statistician whose work shaped modern multivariate analysis—passed away December 20, 2025.
Obituary: Estelle Bee Dagum
Estelle Bee Dagum, a Fellow of the ASA and a pioneering statistician, whose work transformed the practice of official statistics, passed away April 2, 2026.
Kansas State University Honors Ron Wasserstein
Ron Wasserstein, ASA’s executive director, was named an Alumni Fellow by Kansas State University for his distinguished service to the statistics profession.
ISBS Announces ASA Members as 2026 Award Winners
ASA members Mark van der Laan and Weili He have been honored with lecture awards from the International Society for Biopharmaceutical Statistics.
Cai, Chen, and Zhang Honored with Breiman Award
The awards recognize senior and junior scholars for outstanding theoretical or methodological contributions in machine learning and/or computational statistics. These contributions have made substantial and sustained effects on the practical application and study of these fields.
ASA Members Elected AAAS Fellows
Election as a AAAS Fellow honors those whose advancement of science and service to society have distinguished them among their peers and colleagues.
NYC Chapter Hosts Treasure Hunt Through Open Data
Members of the ASA’s New York City Chapter learned hands-on statistical problem solving during Open Data Week.
QPRC to Focus on Advancing Industrial Statistics for Complex Systems
Registration is open for the 2026 Quality and Productivity Research Conference, which brings together researchers and practitioners in Santa Fe, New Mexico.
SRMS Looks Forward to Roundtable, Invited Paper Sessions at JSM
The Survey Research Methods Section is sponsoring the roundtable “Realistic Business Models for Production and Dissemination of High-Quality Statistical Information.”
Growing on Purpose
ASA President Jeri Mulrow explores how members can take advantage of opportunities to build skills, expand networks, and grow with purpose.