The American Statistical Association is launching a voluntary data science certification program with two credentials: Data Science Professional and Advanced Data Science Professional.
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‘Practical Significance’ | Episode 61: Communities in Action—A Conversation with 2026 ASA President Jeri Mulrow
A call to action kicks off the New Year and season six of “Practical Significance.” Cohosts Donna LaLonde and Ron Wasserstein welcome incoming ASA President Jeri Mulrow, who shares her thoughts about leadership, service, and the evolving role of statistics and asks members to become communities in action. Her experiences—from growing up in Helena, Montana, […]
‘STATtr@k’: A Starting Point
‘STATtr@k’ is the ASA’s hub helping students and early-career statisticians and data scientists launch their careers through internships, advice, resources, and community and visibility opportunities.
Women’s Caucus Supports Inclusive Statistics, Data Science Community
The Caucus for Women in Statistics and Data Science promotes career advancement, professional visibility, and global collaboration for women in the field through conferences, advocacy, and educational initiatives.
Connection, Contribution, and Evidence
ASA President Jeri Mulrow introduces Communities in Action, a 2026 initiative to strengthen connections between statisticians and local leaders, and encourages members to help expand the American Statistical Association’s impact.
ASA Advocates for Statistics Inclusion in Department of Education’s Priorities
The ASA urged the Department of Education to explicitly recognize statistics as a foundational element of AI literacy.
New Leaders Commit to Raising Statistical Profession’s Visibility
Brian Millen was elected the ASA’s 122nd president and Julia Sharp was elected vice president. They are both committed to raising the visibility of the statistical profession and advancing sound statistical practice.
ASA Member Finds Joining Caucus Extends Network, Allows Greater Impact
George Rodriguez explains how joining the Caucus of Industry Representatives expanded his professional network and increased his impact on the statistics profession.
Honoring the Legacy of Dionne Price: Reflections from Emory University
Emory University hosted the Dionne Price Memorial Lecture to honor their distinguished alumna, the first African American female ASA president, featuring keynote speaker F. DuBois Bowman and discussions about inclusive leadership in statistics.
Alabama-Mississippi Conference Highlights Regional Collaboration, Student Achievement
Mississippi State University hosted the 2025 ASA Alabama-Mississippi Chapter Conference, bringing together students, faculty, and professionals for a day of research presentations, keynote talks by Ji-Hyun Lee and Peter Song, and community-focused collaboration in statistics.