David Corliss says that, by awarding the Peace Award to Kutner, the ASA has honored a person dedicated to strengthening the statistical profession and statisticians for generations to come.
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ASA GivesBack: Volunteering Opportunities and Networking for Students and Early-Career Statisticians
David Corliss says the American Statistical Association’s ongoing commitment to community service is one of the most important commitments we have as a professional society. This month, he features ASA GivesBack, a two-pronged philanthropic initiative that includes fundraising and volunteerism, organizing one event per year in each area.
New Federal Data Policies and the Impact of Data for Good
With the transition to a new administration in Washington, this is a good time to review how new policies and practices are expected to affect our work in Data for Good.
Stats4Good: A Look at How Statistical Science Is Making an Impact on Poverty
While poverty is defined nationally, it is experienced locally. A community-based approach means many Data for Good researchers are needed.
Student Projects for the Greater Good—COVID-19 Edition
Columnist David Corliss shares his thoughts about Data for Good student projects in the year of COVID-19, including term papers, science fair entries, conference presentations and posters, and volunteer work for community organizations.
JSM 2020—Everyone Counts: Data for the Public Good
The Joint Statistical Meetings—one of the largest statistics events in the world—is going to be virtual this year for the first time. The spotlight will be on the important work we share: Everyone Counts: Data for the Public Good.
Data for Good Takes on the COVID-19 Pandemic
From the very beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, data and analysis have played a central role in understanding the crisis, informing health officials and hospitals, and driving data-driven decisions to address and mitigate the impact. It’s been all hands on deck for the D4G community, with everyone working together to make a difference.
Social Media Resources for Data for Good Projects
In this, the first of a two-part series, David Corliss looks at how social media channels can play an important supporting role in Data for Good projects.
Data for Good: The Year in Review
Data for Good had a wonderful 2019, full of new resources, networking opportunities, and shared enthusiasm.
Data for Good Goes to Washington
ASA science and advocacy activities play a crucial role in driving understanding and adoption of sound statistical analysis, helping Data for Good make the greatest impact.