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Annual Fund Drive Contributions Beat Last Year’s Record
It has happened again! ASA members have set a new record for generosity in support of their association for the fifth consecutive year. Nearly 700 members contributed a total of nearly $68,000, up 29% from last year’s record total.
The ASA in Their Words
The 175th Anniversary Steering Committee asks societies to say a few words about ASA.
Nominations Sought for ASA Fellow
The ASA Committee on Fellows invites you to nominate colleagues for the award of “Fellow of the ASA.” Nomination packages must be submitted online by 3 p.m. March 1, 2014.
Conference on Statistical Practice Mentoring Program to Help Promote Statistics
The ASA Conference on Statistical Practice (CSP) to take place February 20–22 in Tampa, Florida, will provide attendees opportunities to learn new statistical methodologies and best practices in statistical analysis, design, consulting, and statistical programming. This year, CSP also will provide opportunities for attendees to further their careers and strengthen their relationships in the statistical community.
Celebrating the International Year of Statistics in Montréal
Bhramar Mukherjee, JSM 2013 program chair, recounts her experience at JSM in Montréal, Québec, Canada. Following her reflections is a summary of the awards winners and COPSS honorees.
Influence: Essential for Success as a Statistician
Although the acquisition and application of statistical skills is a necessary step in achieving success as a professional statistician, it is not sufficient. One also must develop the ability to influence customers, colleagues, managers, and subordinates. This can be especially problematic when those you are trying to influence are not statistically savvy and you must convince them of the merits of a particular statistical approach.
ASA Accreditation: Everything You’ve Wanted to Know
ASA Executive Director Ron Wasserstein answers some common questions about the ASA’s accreditation program.
ASA Applauds Sen. Hagan on Resolution Designating 2013 as International Year of Statistics
The American Statistical Association praised Sen. Kay Hagan (D-NC) for the introduction of a resolution designating this year as the International Year of Statistics.
High-Schooler Captures Top Prize in Statistics2013 Video Contest
The Statistics2013 video contest winners have been chosen, with high-schooler Jason T. Girouard taking home the top prize for Best Overall Video.