Martha McRoy reflects on a career built around survey methodology, evidence-based decision-making, and a deep commitment to mentoring the next generation of statisticians.
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Member Showcase: Devon Lin
Devon Lin is a professor in the department of mathematics and statistics at Queen’s University. She is also the chair of the ASA’s Section on Physical and Engineering Sciences.
ASA Sections Announce Joint Student Paper Competition
A trio of ASA sections are holding a student paper competition. Winners will present their papers at JSM 2026.
Staff Spotlight: Meet Moira Skelley, ASA Section and Interest Group Coordinator
Moira Skelley plays a crucial role in ensuring the success and growth of the ASA’s various sections and interest groups, fostering a strong sense of community, and promoting engagement among members.
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.
ASA Section Awards Help Pay for Student Travel
Many ASA sections offer travel awards for students who enter and win their student paper competitions. These awards reimburse registration and travel costs to ASA-sponsored conferences.
Expanding the ‘Big Tent’ for Statistics: Our Mission and Vision for Fostering Community
ASA President Madhumita (Bonnie) Ghosh-Dastidar writes that ASA members are uniquely positioned to drive positive change within the organization, bringing together the areas in which they work and the communities they serve.
Practical Significance Take Two—Exploring ASA Sections and Interest Groups
Susan Paddock of NORC at the University of Chicago, Sharina Person of the University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School, and Wendy Martinez of the US Census Bureau discussed ASA sections and interest groups with Donna LaLonde and Ron Wasserstein during a recent podcast. Here, we take a second look as they discuss their personal experiences with section leadership.
SRMS Offers Number of Member Benefits
The ASA Survey Research Methods Section offers many member benefits, including access to free webinars and various conference proceedings.
Apply for Section Student Paper Awards
Many ASA sections sponsor student paper competitions to reward gifted students and help them mitigate the costs of attending JSM, which is an opportunity for students to get involved in the profession.