Margaret Gamalo says, “Statistical stewardship requires embedding statistical principles within AI systems rather than treating AI as an opaque instrument. Causal inference must reside within predictive pipelines; bias correction must occur where it alters actions; and transportability must be made explicit rather than assumed.”
Member Showcase: Karry Roberts
Karry Roberts is a Ford Motor Company retiree. She earned her master’s in applied statistics from Oakland University in Michigan. She is also a Six Sigma Master Black Belt and the current chair of the Children’s Hospital of Michigan Governing Board.
JOURNAL HIGHLIGHT: ‘Technometrics’
Technometrics is a journal of statistics for the physical, chemical, and engineering sciences. Published quarterly by the American Society for Quality and the American Statistical Association, it offers papers describing new statistical techniques and innovative applications of known statistical methods.
‘Practical Significance’ | Take Two: Behind the Button—Why JSM Docents Make the Difference
Donna LaLonde and Ron Wasserstein interview Jessica Kohlschmidt and Justin Jacobs about their history with JSM and their experiences as docents.
Professional Opportunities
Amherst College is hiring for a tenure-track position in statistics starting July 2027.
Disability Pride Month: Statisticians with Physical and Mental Disabilities Who Contributed Remarkably to the Profession
To commemorate Disability Pride Month, we celebrate the accomplishments of individuals with disabilities and their contributions to statistics and the wider community.
Horton, Rotelli Elected to Lead ASA in 2027
The American Statistical Association has elected Nicholas (Nick) J. Horton the 123rd ASA president and Natalie Rotelli, vice president, in its 2026 election. Both will assume their roles on January 1, 2027, bringing distinguished records of leadership, service, and commitment to the statistical profession.
Celebrating Black History Month 2026
In celebration of Black History Month, we recognize the following individuals for their contributions to the statistics field and the lasting impact of their work on research, education, and society.
Black History Month: Honoring the Past and Present
ASA President Jeri Mulrow highlights the stories of several Black statisticians and data scientists for Black History Month.
Member Showcase: Devon Lin
Devon Lin is a professor in the department of mathematics and statistics at Queen’s University. She is also the chair of the ASA’s Section on Physical and Engineering Sciences.