Donna LaLonde and Ron Wasserstein interview Jessica Kohlschmidt and Justin Jacobs about their history with JSM and their experiences as docents.
JSM 2026
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.
SRMS Looks Forward to Roundtable, Invited Paper Sessions at JSM
The Survey Research Methods Section is sponsoring the roundtable “Realistic Business Models for Production and Dissemination of High-Quality Statistical Information.”
Survey Research Methods Section Looks Toward JSM
The Survey Research Methods Section is gearing up for JSM 2026 in Boston this August, with five invited sessions and student award winners already announced.
Survey Research Methods Highlights Active Groups and JSM Sessions
The Survey Research Methods Section is connecting members with growing ASA interest groups.
Entries Sought for Statistical Significance Poster Competition
The Scientific and Public Affairs Advisory Committee’s Statistical Significance Poster Competition requires participants to submit a one-page poster and summary to showcase how statistics can improve society.
Connection, Contribution, and Evidence
ASA President Jeri Mulrow introduces Communities in Action, a 2026 initiative to strengthen connections between statisticians and local leaders, and encourages members to help expand the American Statistical Association’s impact.
Submit Proposal, Abstract to Be on JSM 2026 Program
JSM 2026 will take place August 1-6 in Boston. The program committee finalized the invited program, choosing 181 top proposals. Learn more about how to get involved and make your work part of “Communities in Action: Advancing Society.”
Nominations Sought for 2026 COPSS Awards
Help spotlight the leaders and innovators moving statistics forward. Explore the COPSS awards and submit a nomination to honor excellence in our profession.
Advice, Practice Emerge from Committee Networking Event at JSM
At JSM 2025, the ASA Committee on Career Development’s Networking Like a Pro event featured expert advice from leaders and interactive practice, encouraging statisticians to build authentic relationships, highlight strengths, stay curious, and confidently seek mentorship while forming meaningful connections across diverse fields.