The future of statistics starts at #JSM2026. ASA’ s Ron Wasserstein visited the ASA Student Chapter Workshop, where students networked, explored careers, & built connections. Watch his latest video as Ron sends props to ASA staff Emily and Rachel for supporting tomorrow's statisticians.
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It's not too late to #JointheDataSet! When you make a gift to the ASA during JSM, you’ll become part of a community of supporters helping to advance the future of our profession. Learn more: tinyurl.com/3e2na548
The #JSM2026 COPSS Distinguished Achievement Award and Lectureship will be presented to Larry Wasserman (Carnegie Mellon University). He will deliver “Causal Inference Meets Optimal Transport” at 4:00 pm in CC-Ballroom East/West. tinyurl.com/thnzv6v7 #JSM2026 #STATSSKY
Learn about new tools for summarizing a probability distribution more effectively than independent sampling during the #JSM2026 IMS Medallion Award & Lecture III at 2:00 p.m. in CC-210B. Lester Mackey (Microsoft Research New England) will present “Better-than-i.i.d. Sampling.” tinyurl.com/z2km2mtp
What makes JSM special? ASA Executive Director Ron Wasserstein spoke with UConn PhD students Collin and Sana about presenting research, exploring new ideas, reconnecting with mentors, and building professional connections at #JSM2026 #Statistics #DataScience #ASA
Behind every JSM is a spirit of collaboration. ASA Executive Director Ron Wasserstein stopped by the annual COPSS meeting, where leaders of statistical societies gather to share ideas, tackle common challenges, and strengthen the profession. Watch his latest. #JSM2026 #StatisticalCommunity
Our appreciation goes out to Johnson & Johnson for sponsoring today’s professional development program, which includes short courses, computer technology workshops, and professional skills development offerings. Thank you! tinyurl.com/59t4d4yp #JSM2026
Our appreciation goes out to Johnson & Johnson for sponsoring today’s professional development program, which includes short courses, computer technology workshops, and professional skills development offerings. Thank you! tinyurl.com/59t4d4yp #JSM2026
#JSM2026 attendees! The 2026 Monroe G. Sirken Lecture in Interdisciplinary Survey Methods Research, "Intersection of Sample Survey Research and Biostatistics in Public Health and Epidemiology,” will be presented by Barry Graubard (NCI) at 10:30 a.m. in CC-156B. tinyurl.com/fkafs5bj #STATSSKY
The 2026 David R. Cox Foundations of Statistics Award will be presented to Peter McCullagh (The University of Chicago), who will deliver "What Is a Regression Model?" at 10:30 a.m. in CC-156C. tinyurl.com/s5uk6xju #JSM2026 #STATSSKY
Thanks to MedicReS for sponsoring the August episode of “Practical Significance!” To mark its 20th anniversary, MedicReS is launching its free Future Research Leaders Fellowship. Applications are open until Oct. 1. Learn more: medicresai.com/fellowship #STATSSKY #Statistics #StatisticalResearch
Good morning, #JSM2026 attendees! A full slate of programming is ahead, with technical sessions beginning at 8:30 a.m. and a number of inspiring lectures scheduled throughout the day. Check out the details: tinyurl.com/zcw42vub
JSM attendees—ready for tonight's big event? ASA Executive Director Ron Wasserstein shares a behind-the-scenes look as the Grand Ballroom is prepared for the ASA President's Address & Awards Ceremony. He also has a special message for those unable to attend. #JSM2026 #Statistics
Jeri Mulrow (Westat, retired) will deliver the #JSM2026 ASA President’s Address, “Where Personal Purpose Meets Collective Action: ASA's Vision Forward,” at 8:00 p.m. in CC-Ballroom East/West. ASA awards will be presented, and new founders & fellows will be honored. tinyurl.com/23stffx8
Sallie Keller (University of Virginia) is the recipient of the 2026 Deming Lecture Award. Her colleagues, Cassandra Dorius (US Census Bureau) and Michael Hawes (US Census Bureau), will deliver the lecture on her behalf at 4 p.m. in CC-210B. tinyurl.com/4dy86keu #STATSSKY #JSM2026
Attention, #JSM2026 attendees: Join the DataSet! Support the future of stats—earn a sticker and the chance to win a prize! When you make a gift to the ASA during JSM, you’ll become part of a community of supporters helping advance the future of our profession. tinyurl.com/3e2na548 #IJoinedtheDataSet
Join David Blei (Columbia University Data Science Institute) for IMS Medallion Award & Lecture II at 2:00 p.m. in CC-210C, where he'll present "A Fresh Look at Empirical Bayes." tinyurl.com/5kskeau5 #JSM2026 #STATSSKY
#JSM2026 attendees! There's still time to become an ASA social media ambassador. Help amplify awareness of ASA and the statistics profession. Sign up at the ASA Membership Booth and pick up your ambassador button. Interested in an Instagram collab? For more information, read tinyurl.com/hcrm38pf.
Amy Herring (Duke University) will present the COPSS Elizabeth L. Scott Award Lecture, “Informed Clustering of Multi-View Data,” at 2:05 p.m. in Room CC-210A. tinyurl.com/mrt5482r #STATSSKY #JSM2026
Communities in Action is a new initiative encouraging statisticians and data scientists to put their skills to work right where they live. Got a story? Share it: magazine.amstat.org/... #StatsSky #statistics #DataScientists
Smiles, props, and great memories! ASA Executive Director Ron Wasserstein stopped by the Selfie Booth in the JSM Spotlight, sponsored by SAS, where attendees captured fun moments from #JSM2026. #Statistics
There is still time to share your story! The #JSM2026 theme is "Communities in Action," and we'd love to hear if and how you've used your statistical skills to strengthen your community. Visit the ASA Membership Booth (503/505), complete a "Communities in Action" postcard, and help inspire others.
Don't miss the Grace Wahba Award & Lecture! Join Jane-Ling Wang (University of California, Davis) at 10:35 a.m. in CC-210C as she presents "Statistical Learning for Complex Data.” tinyurl.com/56urzv5k #STATSSKY #JSM2026