Shu-Min Liao reflects on the similarities between the problems the Jedi Order faced and those statisticians are facing in academia today.
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Caucus for Women in Statistics Celebrates 50 Years
This month’s JEDI column focuses on the Caucus for Women in Statistics. Formed in 1971, the caucus has been on the forefront of giving a voice to women in statistics and offering support, mentorship, friendship, and a safe space for discussion about challenging and often difficult topics faced by women.
ASA Giving Day 2021 Raises Nearly $52,000
ASA’s fourth annual Giving Day, which took place October 8, celebrated the rich history of the ASA with a dedication to making a better tomorrow.
The JEDI Corner: Statistics for Equity: Capturing, Not Masking, Intersectional Dynamics in Data
Intersectionality, which refers to the overlapping nature of multiple oppressions based on one’s identity (e.g., gender, race/ethnicity, sexual orientation, age), continues to present communication challenges in the world of statistics.
Committee Spotlight: Committee on Membership Retention and Recruitment
Amstat News is spotlighting ASA committees and their activities. This month, we feature the Committee on Membership Retention and Recruitment and ask Chair Theresa Utlaut and member Erin Wiley a few questions about the committee’s purpose and goals.
The JEDI Corner: How to Help Advocate for Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Outreach Group Chair Kim Sellers talks about the aim of the group, seeks submissions for the column, and asks for volunteers to help advance the group’s mission.
Evolving Culture Through JEDI Principles: What Is Your Portal?
Rob Santos discusses how a Davy Crockett T-shirt started him on his personal journey toward becoming a JEDI.
International Relations Committee Focuses on Outreach, Education
The ASA Committee on International Relations in Statistics was formed to identify goals, develop policies, and plan projects that foster activities involving international communications, exchange, and joint development with professional statisticians, societies, and other organizations in countries throughout the world. Here, Carolina Franco, chair of the committee, gives details about the committee’s initiatives.
JSM 2021: Data for Good and the Stories It Tells
David Corliss recommends making JSM 2021 the event that will help you tell your own Data for Good story and offers suggestions for sessions and search terms to get involved.
Birth of an ASA Outreach Group: The Origins of JEDI
The Justice, Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Outreach Group (JEDI) aims to make the statistical profession more inclusive for all members.