This month, we highlight the contributions of seven pioneering Black and African American statisticians.
Dionne Price
Dionne Price
Dionne Price, the first African-American president of the American Statistical Association was widely respected for her work advancing statistical science and policy, as well as her commitment to mentoring, diversity, and inclusion in the field.
Honoring the Legacy of Dionne Price: Reflections from Emory University
Emory University hosted the Dionne Price Memorial Lecture to honor their distinguished alumna, the first African American female ASA president, featuring keynote speaker F. DuBois Bowman and discussions about inclusive leadership in statistics.
Presidential Initiatives: Creating Pathways for a Stronger Future
“[…]it is important to recognize that the ability to build bridges relies on a diverse community and the inclusion of many perspectives.”
Practical Significance | Episode 48: Reflections from Our Outgoing ASA Board Members
As we conclude our fourth year of Practical Significance, we’re overflowing with gratitude and excitement! Our heartfelt thanks go to our dedicated listeners who’ve been with us throughout this journey. We are grateful for the many members of the ASA community who give their time and talent in support of our mission. Particularly, the members […]
JSM 2024: ASA Founders Award Winners
Four ASA members received the Founders Award at JSM 2024 in Portland, Oregon.
New Lecture Series Honors Legacy of Dionne Price
Starting in 2025, the Dionne Price Public Lecture will be a celebration of our profession, which informs decisions and drives discoveries, and will advance the mission of promoting the practice and profession of statistics. The series is supported by donations, which are used to pay for expenses associated with an annual lecture, including an honorarium and travel expenses for the lecturer, the venue, and livestreaming.
Honor a Member with a Legacy Page
Richard Zink explains how to create a campaign to set up a permanent legacy page on behalf of another individual, alive or deceased.
Remembering Dionne Price with Her Own Wise Words
ASA President Madhumita (Bonnie) Ghosh-Dastidar honors ASA Past President, Dionne Price, who passed away in late February.
Thanks for and Gratitude to the ASA Community
ASA President Dionne Price highlights a few items she is grateful for and says thank you to our amazing professional community.