A free virtual International Day of Women in Statistics and Data Science returns October 6, featuring six keynote speakers from six continents.
conferences
JSM 2026: Communities in Action
David Corliss provides details about Data for Good-adjacent opportunities and programming scheduled for the 2026 Joint Statistical Meetings in Boston this August.
Promoting Diversity and Inclusion in Career Advancement with JEDI
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.
eCOTS 2026: Sparking Joy and Discovery in a World of AI
The 2026 Electronic Conference on Teaching Statistics will be held online from June 15–18, 2026, with the theme “Sparking Joy and Discovery in a World of AI.”
May 2025 Calendar of Events
Learn about upcoming events and conferences.
Practical Significance Part II—Inquiring Minds: ASA Questions and Answers from Donna and Ron
Practical Significance producer Kim Gilliam recently conducted an interview with Donna LaLonde, ASA associate executive director, and Ron Wasserstein, ASA executive director, turning the tables on her ASA colleagues and podcast cohosts.
ASA Section Awards Help Pay for Student Travel
Many ASA sections offer travel awards for students who enter and win their student paper competitions. These awards reimburse registration and travel costs to ASA-sponsored conferences.
Applications Sought for Science Policy Fellowship
During the ASA Science Policy Fellowship, the fellow spends 1–2 years in Washington, DC, working to elevate the profile of statistics in policymaking and advocating on behalf of the profession.
Building a Stronger Community at JSM 2023
The 2023 Joint Statistical Meetings—held in Toronto, Ontario, August 5–10—attracted more than 6,000 participants from academia, industry, and government and served as a platform for intellectual exchange, business discussion, friendship building, and networking.
Member Feedback Sparks Initiatives
The ASA Committee on Membership Retention and Recruitment is working to understand the current membership experience, provide networking opportunities, and reinstate a fun tradition at the Joint Statistical Meetings.