ASA Founder and Fellow Linda Young was named one of West Texas A&M University’s 2026 Distinguished Alumni. Young earned her bachelor’s and master’s in mathematics at WT A&M.
US Department of Agriculture
ASA Raises Concerns About USDA’s Proposed Relocation of Key Statistical Agencies
The ASA recently submitted comments on the USDA’s reorganization plan. The comments highlight that this move could disrupt the production of vital agricultural data and compromise the effectiveness of both agencies, ultimately affecting those who use the data, including America’s farmers, ranchers, those living in rural communities, and policymakers.
Jesse Chittams
After graduating with an undergraduate degree in plant science, Jesse Chittams worked as a laboratory technician at the US Department of Agriculture. One of his first tasks was to perform a data analysis using SAS. It was then he fell in love with statistics and immediately pursued an advanced degree in mathematics and statistics. In 2000, Chittams established and directed the Biostatistical Analysis Center at the University of Pennsylvania and has trained and mentored more than 100 young professionals throughout his 30-year career.