More than 50 statisticians from ASA chapters and sections volunteered their time to judge 1,409 science projects competing for the ASA Special Award in Statistics.
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My ASA Story: Erin Chapman, Software Development Engineer
Erin Chapman appreciates the ASA’s learning opportunities, but also the opportunities to volunteer and advocate for statisticians and data scientists with disabilities.
JSDSE: March Issue Offers 10 Features
The newest issue of the Journal of Statistics and Data Science Education features 10 articles, plus an editorial.
New Developments in Synthetic Data Generation: Privacy Day Webinar Summary
As the world grapples with how best to share confidential data, there is a rising interest in synthetic data methods, which are used to protect confidentiality of microdata units.
Apply for NCTM Grant, Scholarship, or Award to Improve Math Teaching
Apply by May 1 for these grants, which range from $1,500 to $24,000 and aim to improve the teaching and learning of mathematics.
Infusing DEI Learning Into an Elementary Statistics Class
When Jana Asher added diversity, equity, and inclusion material to an elementary statistics class, she found her students were engaged in a way she never imagined.
IMS Seeks Applications for Student Award
Eligible applicants compete to be one of three speakers at an invited session as part of the IMS annual meeting. The award includes reimbursement of travel expenses and the meeting registration fee.
Survey Research Methods Section News
The Survey Research Methods Section is seeking webinar topics – submit ideas and suggestions!
ASA Members Show Up Despite Challenges
Although much has changed since the pandemic began, ASA members contributed more than $280,000 in support of ASA programs.
My ASA Story: Jana Asher, Assistant Professor and Director of Statistics Education
Jana Asher’s career has been colorful and varied, but she says she knows the ASA will be there no matter what comes next.