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Archives for January 2025
Applications Wanted for Ellis R. Ott Scholarship
The ASQ Statistics Division offers $7,500 scholarships for graduate students at US or Canadian institutions. Students should apply by June 15 to support their studies in applied statistics.
Neurodivergence: An Essential Dimension of Diversity
Including neurodivergence in diversity, equity, and inclusion programs promotes the understanding of different kinds of brains and fosters better relationships, stronger teams, and advocacy for inclusivity.
Survey Research Methods Section Looks Ahead with Sights on Nonresponse
In 2025, members of the Survey Research Methods Section will focus on engaging new members, addressing low survey response rates, and developing innovative approaches while maintaining valid statistical inference amidst evolving challenges.
Professional Opportunities
Check out professional opportunities from Harvard Medical School, the University of Minnesota, and Rice University.
‘Practical Significance,’ Part II | Data Is My Superpower: A Conversation with the ASA Excellence in Statistical Reporting Award Recipient
Washington Post Climate Lab columnist Harry Stevens, ASA’s 2024 Excellence in Statistical Reporting Award honoree, offers advice for aspiring data journalists and discusses data visualization, AI’s impact, and his approach to climate journalism.
From My Heart: Bridging Career, Service, and Music
In her first “President’s Corner” for Amstat News, Ji-Hyun Lee reflects on her journey to leadership and outlines her vision to elevate statistics, expand opportunities, and foster inclusion, emphasizing collaboration and mentorship.
Highlights of the November 22–23, 2024, ASA Board of Directors Meeting
The ASA Board of Directors held its final 2024 meeting, introducing new board members and discussing key initiatives such as updates to the strategic plan, new journals, and the success of ASA Giving Day.
Introducing Our Newest Members: Spotlight on Wanying Shao
This month, we spotlight new member Wanying Shao, who answered the following questions so we could get to know her better: How did you become interested in statistics and/or data science? I became interested in statistics during my undergraduate studies, when I realized its power to solve various real-world problems. Working on these projects helped […]
2024 SPAIG Award Honors Collaboration Between 41 Organizations
Michelle Shardell, University of Maryland School of Medicine, and Xiaojing Wang, University of Connecticut The Statistical Partnerships Among Academe, Industry, and Government Award annually recognizes outstanding partnerships among organizations from academia, industry, and government and aims to promote new cross-sector collaborations. This distinct ASA award emphasizes recognition of outstanding collaborations between organizations, while also recognizing […]