Martha McRoy, NORC at the University of Chicago
The Survey Research Methods Section held its 2025 business meeting virtually on August 14, continuing its focus on the theme “The Way Forward.” Chair Eric Rancourt opened the meeting by emphasizing the enduring relevance of survey sampling and SRMS’s commitment to student engagement through webinars, articles, and awards.
Meeting highlights included recognizing ASA awardees and student honorees, recapping SRMS activities at the Joint Statistical Meetings in Nashville, and planning updates for JSM 2026 in Boston. Despite lower attendance and fewer sessions at JSM this year, SRMS maintained strong student involvement through travel and paper awards, a student lunch, and a mixer.
The meeting also featured updates on upcoming webinars, continuing education proposals, and student-led initiatives such as career panels and LinkedIn outreach. Members were encouraged to get involved and begin thinking about nominations for the 2026 Outstanding Section Service Award.
View the meeting minutes.
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