The Women in Statistics and Data Science conference has become one of the ASA’s most popular and positive conferences. This year’s conference will be held October 18-20 in Cincinnati, Ohio. Professionals and students from academia, industry, and the government who are working in statistics and data science will convene for learning and professional development opportunities in an environment that attendees call “welcoming, inspiring, empowering, motivating, eye opening, and awesome!”
professional development
Building a Leadership Institute (from the Ground Up)
ASA President Lisa LaVange discusses ways to reach statisticians during their college and graduate education and prepare them for careers in leadership.
Professional Development: What Does the ASA Offer?
Need help advancing your career? Find a professional development opportunity for you.
Opportunities Await Applied Statisticians at JSM
Sameera R. Wijayawardana of the Committee on Applied Statisticians shares some of the best opportunities for applied statisticians at this year’s Joint Statistical Meetings.
Review of Soft Skills Training Available
Members of the ASA’s Committee on Career Development (CCD) are developing a centralized directory of ASA resources in “soft skills” training.
Career Development Committee: What It Has Done for You Lately
The Career Development Committee provides resources relevant to you at each stage of your career, including several important sessions this year at JSM 2016 in Chicago.
Be a Better Statistician with Professional Development at JSM
Learn about the Professional Development Program at JSM 2016, which boasts 30 continuing education courses, 12 computer technology workshops, and four personal skills development offerings.
Beyond AP Statistics
The ASA/NCTM Joint Committee will sponsor a Beyond AP Statistics (BAPS) workshop for experienced teachers at the annual Joint Statistical Meetings in Chicago.
Review and Edit, Writing Workshops Planned for JSM
Two workshops designed for new researchers to develop capabilities for research publication are planned for JSM 2016 in Chicago.
Statisticians as Leaders
Matthew J. Gurka and Vaneeta K. Grover reflect on their experiences in the Preparing Statisticians for Leadership course at JSM and discuss the importance of leadership in the statistics profession from the perspectives of both academia and industry.