Two students from Odyssey Elementary School in Wisconsin won a place in the ASA/NCTM’s national poster competition.
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What Does George Milliken Do When He Is Not Being a Statistician?
George A. Milliken talks about his hobbies outside of statistics.
ASA Early Career Profiles: Bachelor’s-Level Graduates in Statistics and Data Science
These individuals are employed at the early stages of their careers after graduating from a bachelor’s degree program that included training in statistics or data science.
David Allison to Head Indiana University School of Public Health in Bloomington
David B. Allison, a renowned scientist and researcher, is expected to bring a cross-disciplinary approach to research in his new role as dean of the Indiana University School of Public Health in Bloomington.
StatFest 2017 Will Be Held in Atlanta
StatFest 2017—a free one-day event aimed at encouraging undergraduate students from under-represented groups to consider graduate studies and careers in the statistical sciences—will be held September 23 in Atlanta, Georgia.
Leslie Kish
Ivan Fellegi reflects on the extraordinary life and accomplishments of Leslie Kish, “a force of nature,” philosopher of all things statistical, and so much more.
What Does Larry Moulton Like to Do When He Is Not Being a Statistician?
Larry Moulton shares his experience as a skydiver.
Career Satisfaction: A First Look
The ASA Committee on Career Development submitted a proposal to the ASA to do a career satisfaction survey. Here are the results.
JSM Is Baltimore Bound!
JSM 2017 will take place in Baltimore, Maryland, July 29–August 3. Take a peek at this year’s featured speakers and other highlights.
Diversity Mentoring Program Accepting Applications
Applications are being accepted for the JSM Diversity Mentoring Program, which brings minority graduate and undergraduate students, postdoctoral scholars, and junior professionals together with senior-level statisticians and faculty in academia, government, and the private sector in a structured program during the Joint Statistical Meetings.