The Committee of Presidents of Statistical Societies, known as COPSS, recently opened nominations for its 2025 leadership awards. These are distinguished awards recognizing both early-career and senior accomplishments in the theory and practice of statistics. This month, David Corliss discusses how these awards honor data for good.
Columns
A Sampling of Inequity
Diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts are statistically compelling. In this month’s JEDI Corner, Eric J. Daza examines a Supreme Court decision relating to affirmative action.
From Recognition to Inspiration: The Power of Awards in Statistics
Celebrating the accomplishments of statisticians and data scientists helps ASA members see what’s possible for them, too. By nominating colleagues for awards, you support them and the profession.
NAIRR Pilot Presents Opportunity for Statisticians
To strengthen the connection between the statistical community and National Science Foundation, we continue the series introduced in the May 2023 issue that poses questions to NSF program officers and awardees. This month, Wen-wen Tung answers questions about the Office of Advanced Cyberinfrastructure and Shrijita Bhattacharya answers questions about National Artificial Intelligence Research Resource pilot program.
Essential Role of Statistics in the Evolution of Trustworthy AI
ASA President Madhumita (Bonnie) Ghosh-Dastidar discusses JSM 2024, ASA’s membership in the Computer Science Accreditation Board, and ASA’s role in the evolution of safe AI.
NSF Institutes Develop AI for Public Benefit
In his Stats4Good column, David Corliss discusses the NSF’s 25 national artificial intelligence research institutes to create a cohesive approach to AI-related opportunities and risks.
JEDI CORNER: Making Data Visualizations Accessible
Making data visualizations accessible to blind and visually impaired people would help improve equity in higher education and assist them with data-driven reasoning and communication.
My JSM Story: A Journey of Collaboration and Growth
ASA President Madhumita (Bonnie) Ghosh-Dastidar describes the vibrant community that defines JSM 2024—an event she says celebrates innovation, mentorship, and the boundless potential of statistical science.
Statistics, Science Organizations Foster DEI in Wider Community
This month, JEDI Corner focuses on organizations that express a strong commitment to the principles and actions of justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion and highlights their DEI initiatives.
Storytelling with Data for Good Visualizations
David Corliss explores how effective data visualization can amplify the impact of your work and how clear and purposeful visuals can convey complex ideas.