The April issue of the Journal of Statistics and Data Science Education features a call for papers on AI in teaching, alongside studies on data-driven pedagogy, Bayesian analysis, health science education, and experiential learning.

Get to know Nasya Howard, a recent grad who discovered her passion for statistics in college. She aspires to be a biostatistician advancing health care research and looks forward to networking with statisticians. Also, check out our list of all new members.

Who developed the first formal significance test in 1710? Who introduced the concept of the ‘average man’ and what became the Body Mass Index? Find out in this month’s history in statistics.

ASA President Ji-Hyun Lee highlights the often-overlooked yet essential role of statisticians in scientific progress, from foundational theories to AI advancements, in honor of Mathematics and Statistics Awareness Month.

The scholarship is awarded to early-career statisticians so they can explore opportunities in government statistics, honoring Smith’s legacy in federal statistics. Apply by May 1.

The University of Texas School of Public Health’s department of biostatistics and data science celebrated its 55th anniversary with a conference featuring leading experts, research discussions, and awards recognizing distinguished alumni and student achievements.

The Quality and Productivity Section Executive Committee discussed the Quality and Productivity Research Conference, introduced new officers, planned future events, and continued efforts to digitize the History of Quality at AT&T Videotape Series.

The Teaching of Statistics in the Health Sciences Section offers four annual awards: the Young Investigator Award for promising early-career educators or researchers; the Outstanding Teaching Award for excellence in statistics education; the Distinguished Achievement Award for longtime service to the section and ASA; and Best Contributed Paper at JSM Award. Nominations are open for three of them.

Five winners and two honorable mentions from 48 submissions will receive $1,000 and present at JSM 2025 in Nashville.

The March issue of Significance explores the challenges of gathering reliable data in war zones, highlighting innovative statistical approaches to measuring conflict effects, humanitarian needs, and diverse topics from hypothesis testing to mental health classification.

Each year, the ASA recognizes all members reaching a milestone of 35, 40, 45, and 50 years of membership. All members who joined 35 years ago or more are also extended an invitation to a reception at the annual Joint Statistical Meetings.

Bonnie Ghosh-Dastidar’s journey from Penn State to ASA president highlights her dedication to real-world statistics, health policy, the ASA, and gender balance in the field.

The ASA’s extensive awards program recognizes statisticians who have made outstanding contributions to the association and statistical profession through research, teaching, consulting, and service.

Emily Fekete, ASA’s new manager of volunteer engagement and chapter relations, brings a passion for building strong professional communities to the ASA.