The ASA’s Committee on Minorities in Statistics held the 20th annual—and first virtual—StatFest conference in September.
Committee on Minorities in Statistics
A Note from the ASA Presidents
ASA leadership pledges to strengthen the ASA community by making it more just, equitable, diverse and inclusive.
StatFest Program Focuses on Engagement, Opportunity
StatFest 2020 is a free conference that encourages undergraduates from historically under-represented groups to pursue careers or graduate studies in statistics.
StatFest 2019: Meant to Be
On September 21, the ASA Committee on Minorities in Statistics held the 19th annual StatFest conference. StatFest is a one-day event aimed at encouraging undergraduate students from historically under-represented groups to consider graduate studies and careers in statistics and data science.
Diversity Workshop to Focus on Developing Leaders, Growing Community, Ensuring Diverse Profession
The 2019 Diversity Workshop and Mentoring Program will be held July 28–31, during the Joint Statistical Meetings in Denver, Colorado.
JSM Diversity Workshop and Mentoring Program: Reflections After 7 Years
The ASA Committee on Minorities in Statistics has offered one of two concomitant programs every year at the Joint Statistical Meetings. These programs are often spoken of interchangeably, as the core objectives of fostering enduring mentoring relationships and preparing statisticians of diverse backgrounds for career success are a common thread.