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Attending #JSM2025 in Nashville this August? Don't miss these special events slated to take place over the course of the week: stattrak.amstat.org/...

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Applications for the 25th New Researchers Conference will be accepted until 5/15. This year’s conference will be in Nashville, Tennessee, from 7/31 – 8/2, right before #JSM2025. stattrak.amstat.org/...

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Huge news from the ASA! Members have elected Brian Millen of Biogen as the 122nd president of the association. Also elected: Julia Sharp, Vice President; Martin Slawski, Council of Sections Representative; Ruixiao Lu, Council of Chapters Representative; Pedro Silva, International Representative.

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Members have elected Brian Millen as the 122nd president of the association. Also elected: Julia Sharp, Vice President; Martin Slawski, Council of Sections Representative; Ruixiao Lu, Council of Chapters Representative; Pedro Silva, International Representative. Congratulations! tinyurl.com/ptunrn5z

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#RISW2025 is coming this fall! Looking to connect with biopharma leaders? Sponsor the Regulatory-Industry Statistics Workshop and reach your target audience. ww2.amstat.org/meetings/ris...

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The Dorothy Marie Lamb and Annette Lila Ryne Memorial Scholarship is given annually to a female student enrolled in or planning to enroll in a mathematics, statistics, or data science program that incorporates statistics. Learn more: stattrak.amstat.org/...

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Want to show off your stats skills and win prizes? ASAGivesBack invites all K–12 students to participate in the ASA Virtual Science Fair. It’s free to enter, and winners receive up to $50 in gift cards. Registration is due 5/23; project submissions are due 8/11. Learn more: www.amstat.org/mathe...

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Checking in from Eastern Market, DC, Ron Wasserstein, executive director of the ASA, heads to a CBMS meeting. CBMS unites 20 societies (incl. ASA) to boost collaboration, research, and education in math sciences. Hear from Ron, then learn more: cbmsweb.org

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How do you count on stats? Our Count on Stats newsletter continues to focus on the changes underway in the federal government. To receive monthly updates and learn about the developments underway, sign up for the #CountOnStats newsletter: lnkd.in/eWa9PDtd. #DataInfrastructure

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The NYC Metro Area Chapter recently conducted a membership survey. Read about their findings: magazine.amstat.org/...

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The ASA has a book club! Follow the group on LinkedIn at www.linkedin.com/sho... and connect with other statisticians who share your love of reading. Upcoming book is "Talking to Strangers" by Malcolm Gladwell. Sign up by May 23. lnkd.in/eh6ey7iQ

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QUOTE OF THE MONTH: "Twenty-nine years after joining the ASA, I continue to look to the association for news, educational activities, and employment updates and opportunities. I may not be as active as I once was, but becoming a lifetime member allows me to give back." - Nichole Close

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In response to the White House’s Request for Information on the Development of an Artificial Intelligence Action Plan, two ASA committees made a joint submission highlighting the role of statistical science in developing, optimizing, and evaluating #AI systems: magazine.amstat.org/...

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Submission is open for the Undergraduate Class Project Competition! USCLAP is for undergrads who conduct class projects as part of an intro or intermediate stats or data science course. Submit your projects by June 18! stattrak.amstat.org/...

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The 2025 Joint Statistical Meetings will be held in Nashville August 2–7. Join thousands from around the world for North America's largest statistical event. Advance your career, exchange ideas, and experience the vibrant culture of “Music City.” Register today! tinyurl.com/3y8b3avj

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STATS FROM THE ROAD: Learn about the JSM Diversity Mentoring and Workshop Program in ASA Director of Development Amanda Malloy's latest column. magazine.amstat.org/...

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Why present at the ASA’s 2025 Women in Statistics and Data Science Conference in Cincinnati this fall? WSDS provides the perfect platform to amplify your voice and showcase your research to an engaged community. Submit your abstract by May 15. tinyurl.com/273fvz2y

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Reporting from Villanova, ASA’s Ron Wasserstein recognizes the Philly Chapter for leading regional ASA Giving Day fundraising. Why does the ASA fundraise? Watch and learn about how member giving makes a difference. ww2.amstat.org/giving/

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Congratulations to Malone Center affiliate member @stephaniehicks.bsky.social on this distinction from @amstatnews.bsky.social!

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Many undergraduates in the QRClab participated in #UCLA @amstatnews.bsky.social #DataFest 2025. Congrats to all the participants and special shout out to QRClab member, Jack Connor, for honorable mention in The Don Ylvisaker Best Insight! youtu.be/avIq9ucSMzw?...

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Order Determination for Tensor-valued Observations Using Data Augmentation @amstatnews.bsky.social www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10....

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All around us, DEI is being challenged as never before. Companies are under pressure to discontinue DEI programs, but David Corliss says the science of diversity remains unchanged. Read more in this month's JEDI Corner: magazine.amstat.org/...

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“Science is a commitment to a systematic way of thinking,” said Atul Gawande. But, today, that’s under threat. The latest "Stats + Stories" episode dives into the critical nature of science communication with Ionica Smeets of Leiden University. ttps://statsandstories.net/methods/explaining-science

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Attending the Joint Statistical Meetings for the first time can feel overwhelming—it’s a big event with thousands of attendees! To help ease nerves, we asked a few seasoned attendees to share their first-time experiences. stattrak.amstat.org/...

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Meet Moira Skelley, the ASA’s new section and interest group coordinator! Moira works to ensure the success and growth of the ASA’s various sections and interest groups, promoting engagement among members. magazine.amstat.org/...

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Hunting a fun summer activity for K–12 students? The ASA Virtual Science Fair, presented by ASAGivesBack, invites students to showcase their findings. Entry is free, and winners can earn up to $50 in gift cards. Registration is due May 23, and projects are due August 11. www.amstat.org/mathe...

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Looking to network, share your work, or expand your knowledge? Check out these upcoming statistical events: magazine.amstat.org/...

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The ASA has a book club! Follow the group on LinkedIn at www.linkedin.com/sho... and connect with other statisticians who share your love of reading.

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#Feds who may attend #JSM2025 (on their own 💵): Early 🐦registration ends 6/3. Given the continued chaos, procurement likely can't cover registration in time. If you need a reduced rate, @amstatnews.bsky.social says to fill out this form. #statssky #hpss #rstats

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ASA’s Ron Wasserstein shares exciting news: a recent partnership with Instats offers ASA members a 30% discount on Instats courses, and federal employees with a .gov email receive free access—no membership required. This is a great opportunity for continued learning. Learn more at www.instats.org.

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Thank you to Cytel, the May sponsor of the "Practical Significance" podcast. Cytel is a statistical software company considered an industry leader in quantitative methods, biometric solutions, and best practices in adaptive clinical trial design. Learn more: cytel.com.

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The ASA has 40+ sections and interest groups, and, during this installment of Statistical Moments, ASA Executive Director Ron Wasserstein highlights the exciting benefits of section membership. Watch and learn more. tinyurl.com/wmw42v65

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We’ve partnered with the Government Statistical Service to explore the future of the stats profession How will the role change over the next decade & what skills will make it future-ready? Read highlights from our first roundtable & share your thoughts ⤵️ rss.org.uk/news-publica...

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The April Count on Stats newsletter continues to focus on the changes underway in the federal government regarding federal statistical agencies. To receive monthly updates about the federal statistical agencies, sign up for the #CountOnStats newsletter: lnkd.in/eWa9PDtd. #DataInfrastructure

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Big news from the ASA! We’ve partnered with Instats to offer free access to courses in stats, data science, and research methods for US gov employees with a .gov email. Learn more: www.instats.org.

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Whether you are beginning your career journey or looking for your next role, ASA Career Connect has an array of job listings from government, industry, and academia. New jobs are posted daily, so check regularly. Just log in with your ASA credentials to explore the new site: careerconnect.amstat...

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🎉 Each year, the ASA honors members celebrating milestones of 35, 40, 45, and 50 years of membership. Members reaching the 35+ year mark are also invited to a special reception at the Joint Statistical Meetings. Thank you to our longtime members! magazine.amstat.org/...

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Register for this free ASA-sponsored webinar, “The Walking Data: Statistical Foundations to Survive the AI Apocalypse,” which will explore the role of foundational statistical concepts in this changing landscape on May 22 at 4:00 p.m. ET. tinyurl.com/4pjcj7h4

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Be part of the future of data at #JSM2025, the largest conference for statisticians and data scientists in North America. Check out our exhibitor, sponsor, and advertising options and get your organization in front of these innovators: #DataScience #Statistics #Innovation: indd.adobe.com/view/...

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More than 15 years ago, Thomas Friedman coined the phrase “global weirding.” Now, in the latest "Stats + Stories," Brett Falk explores how even small temperature increases can trigger big shifts in extreme weather—and how stats link climate science to public policy. tinyurl.com/4rnpcf5w

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STATS4GOOD | Earth Day 🌍 is every day! From tackling marine microplastics to tracking pollinators, there are countless opportunities to use data for environmental good—let’s make a lasting impact! 🌿 magazine.amstat.org/... #DataForGood #EarthDayEveryDay #SustainableFuture

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The new issue of the "Journal of Statistics and Data Science Education" explores AI in teaching, experiential learning, Bayesian analysis in K–12, and more! Plus, a call for papers on AI in the classroom. www.tandfonline.com/toc/ujse20/c.... #DataScience #StatisticsEducation #AIinEducation

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Flexible Bayesian MIDAS: Time-Variation, Group-Shrinkage and Sparsity @amstatnews.bsky.social www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10....

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During Statistical Moments with Ron, ASA executive director Ron Wasserstein stresses the vital need for continued science research funding. Also, check out his webpage, which features responses to recent policy decisions affecting the statistical community. tinyurl.com/3cn4p6h6

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DATAtab is an online tool designed to simplify data analysis for students and professionals. As AI technology advances, the tool has evolved to provide a more user-friendly interface and automated explanations. #DataAnalysis #AI #EdTech stattrak.amstat.org/2025/04/01/d...

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We’re proud to share that 46 members have been elected as 2025 ASA Fellows! This honor recognizes contributions to research, education, industry, government, and service to ASA and the broader statistical community. Congrats to this year’s class of Fellows! www.amstat.org/news-listing...

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The ASA is proud to announce the 2025 Founders Award recipients! These five incredible members have gone above and beyond in service to the ASA: Kate Calder (UT Austin); Mark Glickman (Harvard); Rob Gould (UCLA); Barry Graubard (NCI); and Jeff Witmer (Oberlin College).

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This @amstatnews.bsky.social discussion with @drcompton.bsky.social exploring LGBTQ data in the USA and UK could not be any more timely 🏳️‍🌈 Online | 16 June | All welcome 🔗 Register here: community.amstat.org/asalgbtq/eve...

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Did you know mathematics and statistics play a significant role in addressing many real-world problems—internet security, sustainability, disease, climate change, the data deluge, and much more?https://ww2.amstat.org/mathstatmonth/

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