The JEDI Professional Development Committee is expanding its efforts in 2026 to support career growth, mentoring, and diversity and inclusion across the statistics and data science community.
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‘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.
Caucus for Women in Statistics and Data Science to Host Fourth International Day of Women
The fourth International Day of Women in Statistics and Data Science on October 14 will celebrate women’s contributions, mentorship, and diversity through global keynotes and sessions.
Enriching Society Through Statistics, Data Science, and AI: ASA Giving Day 2025
ASA Giving Day 2025 brings the community together to support education, advocacy, outreach, and leadership initiatives that strengthen statistics, data science, and AI.
Empowering the Next Generation: How the Fall Technical Conference Bridges Academia and Industry
The conference brought together industry experts, academics, and students to explore real-world applications of statistics, data science, and quality, emphasizing collaboration, career development, and connecting academia with industry.
Statistical Computing Section News
The ASA Section on Statistical Computing held a half-day online symposium, which attracted more than 110 participants. About half were students.
There are Mentors, and Then There Are Guardian Angels
ASA President Rob Santos says, “… building community is critical for us, both in our statistical community and in society more generally. Yes, we can be mentors, but we can and should also be guardian angels.”
CSP 2022 to Take Place in New Orleans, Focus on Solving Real-World Problems
The Conference on Statistical Practice (CSP) will take place in New Orleans, Louisiana, February 1–3 and provide opportunities for attendees to further their career development and strengthen relationships in the statistical community.
2020 Master’s Graduates Land on Feet Despite COVID-19
The class of 2020 graduated into uncertain times and a job market deeply affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. Nevertheless, the statistics and biostatistics master’s graduates in the job market who responded to the ASA follow-up survey seem to have landed on their feet.
Career Development Committee Hosts Free Professional Networking Event
The ASA’s Committee on Career Development hosted a free professional development event, “Promoting Your Networking Potential: A Virtual Networking Session,” August 5. The event featured statisticians and data scientists from academia, principal federal statistical agencies, and the private sector providing expert perspectives on how to build professional relationships and a network.