Each year, the statistical profession recognizes outstanding members at the Joint Statistical Meetings in an awards ceremony organized by the Committee of Presidents of Statistical Societies (COPSS). Nominations are now being accepted for the Fisher Award and Lectureship, Presidents’ Award, Florence N. David Award and Lectureship, and George W. Snedecor Award.
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What Does Terry Katz Like to Do When He Is Not Being a Statistician?
Terry Katz is a director and head of global data management and statistics at Merck Animal Health. In his spare time, he visits presidential homes.
ASA Leaders Reminisce at JSM Breakfast
James Cochran recaps the JSM roundtable breakfast “Past Presidents and Executive Directors Reminisce.”
Many Honored at Presidential Address, Awards Ceremony
This year’s Joint Statistical Meetings was particularly special because the ASA celebrated its 175th anniversary. There were special events, a slew of activities, and a few firsts. To top it off, it was the largest meeting in JSM history, with 6,809 in attendance. Read on to learn about some of the highlights.
Statistical Thinking in Policymaking
Amstat News is inviting articles for a new series called “Statistics for Policymakers” based on the broad interest in a January blog entry on the ASA Community called “Statistics for Future Presidents.”
Statistical Leadership: Perspectives of Past Presidents
ASA President Bob Rodriguez gives his insights on leadership from past ASA presidents and a little-known story about one of our best-known presidents.