The podcast, hosted by ASA executive director, Ron Wasserstein, and director of strategic initiatives and outreach, Donna LaLonde, will feature a lineup of ASA members who will share their passions, professional initiatives, and aspirations.
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2021: A Year of Hope and Helping
ASA President Rob Santos thinks now, more than ever, we as statisticians and human beings need to support each other. He encourages you to join him in devoting the year 2021 to building community.
Online Communities Created for COVID-19 Discussion
The ASA recently established two new COVID-19-related online communities.
Staff Spotlight: Jack Joyce
Meet new ASA staff member Jack Joyce, the online community and marketing coordinator.
What Does the ASA Section on Statistical Consulting Mean to You?
LeAnna Stork, chair of the ASA Section on Statistical Consulting, asked members on the ASA Community to unlock the “secret sauce” and answer a few questions about what the section means to them.
Survey Research Methods News for March 2019
The section provides free access to the proceedings for the entire history of the Survey Research Methods Section will be added later this year.
Stats4Good: STATtr@k and Data for Good: A Perfect Combo
One of the most important resources for students and people just getting started in a career in statistics is STATtr@k: a website produced by the American Statistical Association for individuals who are in a statistics program, recently graduated from a statistics program, or who recently entered the job world. Visit STATtr@k to find your place in moving statistical science forward as a powerful means for doing good in our society, communities, and world.
Building a Leadership Institute (from the Ground Up)
ASA President Lisa LaVange discusses ways to reach statisticians during their college and graduate education and prepare them for careers in leadership.
A Master’s in Statistics from a Scientist’s Perspective
Sheila Rosenberg believes pursing a master’s degree in statistics is worth the hard work. Here, she explains what she learned through the process and gives reasons for why she recommends a master’s in statistics.
What I Learned at the Women in Statistics and Data Science Conference
“The Women in Statistics and Data Science (WSDS) Conference is a great venue for young, female statisticians like myself to build and strengthen connections.” ~ Comment from a graduate student who attended WSDS
In this recap, Donna LaLonde, ASA’s director of strategic initiatives and outreach, shares what she learned at the conference, which took place this past October in La Jolla, California. She also wants to know what you learned, so please send your comments to her or add your comments here.