Starting with degrees in African American studies and sociology, Renée Hanson discovered a love for statistics that led her to R programming, data visualization, and ASA workshops.
My ASA Story
My ASA Story: Akshata Moharir, Lead Data Scientist
Microsoft lead data scientist Akshata Moharir shares how joining the ASA has connected her with mentors, speaking opportunities, and a supportive community that helped her grow from practitioner to thought leader in AI and data science.
My ASA Story: Miranda L. Lynch, Research Assistant Professor
Miranda L. Lynch joined the ASA in 2003, when she was a student working on her Master of Integrated Science degree at the University of Colorado at Denver. Read about her involvement over the years.
My ASA Story: Bonnie Ghosh-Dastidar
Bonnie Ghosh-Dastidar’s journey from Penn State to ASA president highlights her dedication to real-world statistics, health policy, the ASA, and gender balance in the field.
My ASA Story: John Bailer, Emeritus Professor
John Bailer’s ASA story is more than four decades old, and his professional journey has been arm-in-arm with the ASA.
My ASA Story: Donna LaLonde, ASA Associate Executive Director
Since joining the ASA in 2015, Donna LaLonde has built lasting friendships, grown professionally, and found opportunities to connect with others who share her passions.
My ASA Story: Jonathan Auerbach, Assistant Professor
Jonathan Auerbach started his ASA journey a decade ago as a recent graduate from Cornell University and is now the president of the Washington Statistical Society, the largest ASA chapter.
My ASA Story: Weijie Su, Associate Professor
Weijie Su’s involvement with the ASA is multifaceted and extends beyond attending a conference. Earlier this spring, he participated in an ASA town hall about the role of statistics in the future of AI. “It was inspiring to see so many colleagues in our community care about the future of our field,” he says.
My ASA Story: Julia Schedler, Assistant Professor
Julia Schedler’s ASA story began when some of her peers went to the Joint Statistical Meetings and had a blast. Eventually, she went to see what it was all about.
My ASA Story: Ingrid Van Keilegom, Professor
Ingrid Van Keilegom’s ASA story began exactly 25 years ago. Read about the role the association has played in her life since then.