In recognition of National Disability Employment Awareness Month, the Committee on Statistics and Disability highlights three statisticians and data scientists with disabilities: Andrew Gelman, Kyle Keane, and Erin Chapman.
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It Is Never Too Early to Think About Statistical Leadership
Statisticians and data scientists occupy a unique space on a multidisciplinary team. Teams want to move fast and meet deadlines, but we know firsthand that every decision—even seemingly innocuous ones—can have major implications and consequences for all downstream activities.
ASA Forensic Science Committee Celebrates 10 Years
Last fall marked 10 years since the ASA Board of Directors created an ad hoc committee on forensic science. The Advisory Committee on Forensic Science’s creation recognized and formalized the ongoing critical work of ASA members to ensure a strong statistical perspective in the forensic science reform effort.
JSM Is on Its Way to DC: Check Out Conference Highlights and Start Planning
The statistical event of the summer—The Joint Statistical Meetings—is in Washington, DC, this year. Join us August 6–11 to meet new people, talk to old friends, and explore the nation’s capital.
ASA 2021 Data Visualization Poster and Statistics Project Competitions Winners Announced
First-place winners receive $300, a certificate, and grade-appropriate graphing calculators for themselves and their advisers provided by Texas Instruments. Second-place winners receive $200 and a certificate; third-place winners receive $100 and a certificate; and honorable mentions receive certificates.