The ASA’s initiatives ThisIsStatistics and Count on Stats serve to inform and increase public awareness of statistics—from educating students about a career in statistics to fostering knowledge about the federal statistics system and the impact of data on all facets vital to society. Lori Russo and Emily Wenstrom of Stanton Communications, who lead the teams […]
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Practical Significance | Episode 18: Celebrating with the First Pride Scholarship Winners, Evan and Holly
June is Pride Month and Practical Significance co-hosts Donna LaLonde and Ron Wasserstein welcome to the show the first ASA Pride Scholarship recipients, Holly Bossart and Evan Boyle. The ASA Pride Scholarship was established to raise awareness for and support the success of LGBTQ+ statisticians and data scientists and allies. Through the scholarship, we celebrate […]
Practical Significance | Episode 17: A Roadmap for Change–Recommendations from the ASA Anti-Racism Task Force
The ASA Anti-Racism Task Force has developed recommendations to support positive cultural change within the association and broader community. In this edition of Practical Significance, task force co-chairs Adrian Coles and David Marker present some of those recommendations and share insights they gained while working on this monumental project. The task force reviewed the ASA’s […]
Practical Significance | Episode 16: Participation Matters: Recommendations from the ASA Publications Task Force
The review process for publication in ASA journals is highly competitive and, for some, there exist barriers for participation. This month, Practical Significance welcomes two members of the ASA Publications Task Force, Rebecca Hubbard and Kelly McConville, who share the findings of the task force and their vision for the future. Gleaning from personal experience, […]
Practical Significance | Episode 15: Meet the ASA Meetings Staff – Kathleen, Kristin, Christina, and Naomi!
Are you psyched to attend in-person conferences again? The ASA staff is! The March edition of Practical Significance features members of the ASA Meetings Department—Kathleen Wert, Kristin Mohebbi, Naomi Friedman, and Christina Link. They share with co-hosts Donna and Ron how they design ASA meetings as crucial pathways to engage, educate, and network with fellow […]
Practical Significance | Episode 14: The ASA Committee on Statistics & Disability Working to Improve Accessibility
The ASA Committee on Statistics and Disability (CSD) was recently reactivated, and co-hosts Donna and Ron welcome to the show two committee members: Ryan Machtmes and Erin Chapman. Together, they discuss the committee’s updated charge to serve the disability community within the ASA. Erin and Ryan share their personal stories and the importance of the […]
Practical Significance | Episode 13: Leading the Way—A Look Ahead with 2022 ASA President Kathy Ensor
Practical Significance celebrates the kick-off of its second season, and we thank our listeners for their continued support of this endeavor! In 2021, we featured a diverse and engaging lineup of ASA members who shared their passions, professional initiatives, and aspirations—a deep dive into the work they love and where it’s taken them. And that […]
Practical Significance | Episode 12: Auld Lang Syne—A Conversation with Outgoing ASA Board Members
The critical work of our association is accomplished by volunteers, and leading the charge are the members of the board of directors. As Practical Significance celebrates its one-year anniversary, co-hosts Donna and Ron have a warm and reflective conversation with outgoing board members Dick De Veaux, Mark Glickman, Anamaria Kazanis, and Wendy Martinez. Each share […]
Practical Significance | Episode 11: Statisticians Making a Difference
Service is a critical component driving the strength and vitality of the ASA, as well as some of its members. Practical Significance hosts two such members who aim to “make a difference” by lending their expertise to outside organizations striving to make the world a better place. During this month’s episode, Davina Durgana, chair of […]
Practical Significance | Episode 10: Let’s Talk: Leadership, Education, and Mentorship—A Conversation with Monica Jackson
Practical Significance co-hosts Donna LaLondeand Ron Wassersteinwelcome to the show Monica Jackson, who was recently named deputy provost and dean of faculty at American University, and the three discuss opportunities in undergraduate and graduate statistics education. As Monica takes on her new leadership position, she shares initiatives she is excited about, the changes she’d like […]