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Meetings, Manuscripts, and Meows: Spend a Day with Charlotte Walsh

September 1, 2026 Leave a Comment

From collaborating with colleagues to conducting research, Charlotte Walsh shares what her workday looks like.

Sally Morton Named Among Top 10 Women Leaders in Education

August 3, 2026 Leave a Comment

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Sally Morton, ASA Founder and Fellow, was recognized for her career spanning statistics, research leadership, and national policy.

Peace Recognized for Extraordinary Contributions 

July 1, 2026 Leave a Comment

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Karl Peace—longtime ASA member, mentor, and philanthropist—was recognized recently by Virginia Commonwealth University and the Medical College of Virginia Foundation for his exceptional contributions.  

New Member Spotlight: Apsara Pitigalaarachchi

June 1, 2026 Leave a Comment

This month, we’re spotlighting Apsara, a PhD student in biostatistics at the University of Louisville whose journey spans Sri Lanka, Finland, and beyond.

Donna Brogan

March 2, 2026 Leave a Comment

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Denied technical roles early in her career, Donna Brogan went on to earn a PhD and became a pioneer in biostatistics and women’s health. As a founder of the Caucus for Women in Statistics and Data Science, her legacy reaches far beyond her research.

Preparing a Confident Workforce: Starting Courses with a Meet-and-Greet

March 2, 2026 Leave a Comment

Jaya M. Satagopan, professor of biostatistics at the Rutgers School of Public Health, shares a simple intentional strategy to ensure students are emotionally ready to engage in her biostatistics course.

Obituary: Paul Rathouz

February 2, 2026 Leave a Comment

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Longtime ASA member Paul Rathouz—a distinguished biostatistician, educator, and leader—passed away on December 10, 2025.  

Anny-Claude Joseph

February 2, 2026 3 Comments

Anny-Claude Joseph

Drawn to math and real-world problem-solving, Anny-Claude Joseph earned a doctorate in biostatistics at Virginia Commonwealth University. Now, as a faculty member at Wellesley College, she mentors students inspired to pursue careers in public service.

Brittney Bailey

February 2, 2026 1 Comment

Brittney Bailey

Brittney Bailey pursued graduate study at The Ohio State University, ultimately transitioning to a PhD program in biostatistics. Today, at Amherst College, Bailey advances research in mental health and aging.

‘Practical Significance’—Take Two: Forward Stats—Frontiers of Statistics in Science and Engineering: 2035 and Beyond

October 1, 2025 Leave a Comment

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A recent “Practical Significance” episode explores a study that highlights how the discipline can drive scientific, technological, and societal progress through 2035 and beyond.

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