This free meeting was conducted virtually and welcomed more than 140 researchers and trainees for a two-day event that addressed a variety of biostatistics and data science topics.
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Biometrics, Mental Health Statistics Sections Announce Randall Award Winner
Loni Philip Tabb is recognized for her outstanding contributions to statistical methods and dedication to building a diverse health workforce.
ASA GivesBack: Volunteering Opportunities and Networking for Students and Early-Career Statisticians
David Corliss says the American Statistical Association’s ongoing commitment to community service is one of the most important commitments we have as a professional society. This month, he features ASA GivesBack, a two-pronged philanthropic initiative that includes fundraising and volunteerism, organizing one event per year in each area.
Podcast Series Brings Answers to Data Science Career Questions
The ASA is sponsoring a podcast series about careers in data science with Q&As for students and early-career professionals.
StatFest Back for 21st Year in 2021
StatFest 2021 is a free conference over two half days aimed at encouraging BIPOC undergraduates to pursue careers or graduate studies in the statistical and data sciences. This year’s event will take place virtually September 18–19.
Articles Wanted for Significance Writing Competition
Significance magazine is hosting the Statistical Excellence Award for Early-Career Writing competition.
Call for Nominations: Jeanne E. Griffith Mentoring Award
The Jeanne E. Griffith Award recognizes individuals working in federal, state, and local government agencies for their efforts to mentor junior statistical staff.
Nominations Wanted for 2021 COPSS Leadership Academy Award
The Committee of Presidents of Statistical Societies Leadership Academy Award recognizes early-career statistical scientists who show evidence of and potential for leadership.
NISS Writing Workshop an Annual Success for Early Researchers
Each year, in conjunction with JSM, NISS gathers a host of senior authors, editors, grant writers/reviewers who share their advice and experiences with a group of junior faculty and early researchers. As JSM went virtual this year, so did the writing workshop, which meant participants who might not have been able to travel to Philadelphia (even under normal circumstances) were able to participate.
WSDS 2020 Student and Early-Career Scholarships Available
The Women in Statistics and Data Science Conference offers scholarships to support participation and offset the cost of conference registration.