Marie Diener-West pursued biology and mathematics at Loyola University of Chicago. It wasn’t until her senior year that a physical chemistry professor suggested graduate school—a simple comment that changed her life.
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Data Art: Where Statistics Meet Creativity
Over the last 15 years, statistics professor Gregory Matthews’ path has led him to the intersection of mathematical precision and artistic expression, where he is thriving. Here, he discusses the difference between data art and data visualization.
Howard Wainer
Howard Wainer’s Visual Revelations column—appearing in CHANCE magazine—is arguably the longest-running serial publication in the history of statistics: 25+ years of delving into the core events of the time, all from the point of view of a razor-sharp, uncompromising, and greatly responsible statistician.
On the Road—From Chicago
Chicago native Mary Jeanne Kwasny walks you through the many activities within a few hours’ drive of the city.
Chicago in an Afternoon (or Evening)
JSM is in Chicago this year, and there is tons to do! Here are a few ideas for shorter trips/outings in and around the city for you and your family or friends either before JSM, after the sessions, or when you just want to take a break to let some really good ideas sink in.
To Do in Chicago: Museum Campus
For those days at JSM 2016 when there isn’t enough time to venture far, there’s Museum Campus—a collection of some of Chicago’s top sites within 10 minutes of the convention center.
Get Involved in JSM 2016
The 2016 Joint Statistical Meetings will be held in Chicago, Illinois, from July 30 to August 4. The theme is “The Extraordinary Power of Statistics.”
JSM 2016 Invited Session Proposals Sought
The program committee is soliciting proposals for invited sessions for the 2016 Joint Statistical Meetings in Chicago.
10th ICHPS a Success Despite Shutdown
More than 260 statisticians, methodologists, and health policy experts gathered October 9–11, 2013, at The Palmer House Hilton Hotel in Chicago, Illinois, for the 10th International Conference on Health Policy Statistics.
Chicago Chapter to Host Conference on Political Election Results
The ASA’s Chicago Chapter is hosting a conference on May 4, titled “America the Predictable? Different Approaches to Understanding and Forecasting Political Election Results.”