Saralees Nadarajah & Samuel Manda examine a troubling pattern at the African International Conferences on Statistics from 2014 to 2025 & argue cost barriers are only part of the story. "The empty seat is not just an absence; it is a lost opportunity." #STATSSKY

How can a few hundred or thousand responses represent millions of people? At the core is sampling: a carefully selected group can reflect broader population patterns, but only if the design accounts for who is included, who responds, and who is missed. stattrak.amstat.org/2026/06/01/s... #STATSSKY

Be front and center when you support women in data science and statistics. View our prospectus at ww2.amstat.org/meetings/wsd....

Congratulations to Barry Graubard, named the recipient of the Monroe G. Sirken Award in Interdisciplinary Survey Research Methods. Catch his Lecture, "Intersection of Sample Survey Research and Biostatistics in Public Health and Epidemiology," at #JSM2026

Since 1974, Nick Fisher has traveled from Australia to attend JSM. Watch as Nick shares with ASA’s Ron Wasserstein what brings him back to the premier statistical event every year. Be like Nick—join statisticians from around the world at #JSM2026 in Boston. Register: tinyurl.com/4kbj5ddt #STATSSKY

Can statistics help fix our justice system? ASA Fellow David Corliss says yes—and that Data for Good activists are uniquely positioned to make it happen. #STATSSKY

Statistics students, are you looking for your people? The ASA has launched a student central site featuring meet-up groups, a coding club, and more. Grow your network. Learn more about it at stattrak.amstat.org/2026/06/01/s.... #STATSSKY

Interested in #podcast episodes to pair with your #WorldCup watching? #Stats+Stories #football #soccer @amstatnews.bsky.social Episode 59: Luke Bornn “G ..O.. O.. A.. A.. A.. L.. L.. L.. L.. - “Celebrating The Statistics Of The Beautiful Game” - statsandstories.net/sports1/2018...

Congrats to @ericagroshen.bsky.social, senior economics advisor at #CornellILR, who has been named the 2026 Harry V. Roberts Statistical Advocate of the Year! The award recognizes outstanding contributions to the field of statistics through advocacy, leadership and impact. @amstatnews.bsky.social

A Probabilistic Framework for Bias Correction and Fusion of Multi-Model Datasets @amstatnews.bsky.social @tandfresearch.bsky.social www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10....

What happens when students, statistics, and coding collide? This hands-on hackathon brought students together to solve problems, sharpen skills, and learn from one another. And they were mentioned in the local news. magazine.amstat.org/blog/2026/06... #STATSSKY

Have you heard? We moved our office down the street. Check out this month’s Events and Opportunities listings in "Amstat News" to learn more.

In this month's Deciding Factors column, MinJae Lee and Mark C. Otto make the case for separating process from outcome—in poker, in clinical trials, in wildlife management, and in everyday decisions. #STATSSKY magazine.amstat.org/blog/2026/06...

#RISW2026 is coming this fall! Looking to connect with biopharma leaders? View our prospectus and secure your spot today: ww2.amstat.org/meetings/ris...

Congratulations to Peter McCullagh, who will deliver the David Cox Foundations of Statistics Lecture at #JSM2026 in Boston this August. His lecture, “What Is a Regression Model?” will highlight decades of research that have shaped modern statistics.

A recent webinar from the ASA's Caucus of Industry Representatives and NYC Chapter brought together experts to explore what AI in healthcare looks like. The takeaway? The technology is powerful, but the people who design and use it matter most. #STATSSKY

What does it look like to bring AI into cancer research, and why are statisticians essential to making it work? Lorin Crawford of Microsoft Research tackled both questions during the Dionne Price Public Lecture last month. Read the recap: magazine.amstat.org/blog/2026/06... #STATSSKY

The ASA’s Survey Research Methods Section is sponsoring a number of sessions at JSM, from integrating AI and machine learning into the survey lifecycle to examining innovations in sample design. Here is the list: magazine.amstat.org/blog/2026/06... #STATSSKY

On the latest “Stats + Stories,” hosts John Bailer & Rosemary Pennington talk with Bhrahmar Mukherjee about data equity, health equity, & how underrepresentation in health datasets can lead to biased findings and unequal outcomes. Listen to this important conversation. tinyurl.com/yc7hkbcz #STATSSKY

June is Pride Month, and what better way to celebrate than by honoring the history and impact of LGBTQ+ statisticians and their contributions? Spotlight includes Edith Abbot, Evelyn Fix, and Katherine Coman. magazine.amstat.org/blog/2026/06... #STATSSKY

The future of health policy statistics needs you. Submit a contributed session or poster abstract for #ICHPS2027 and help shape conversations around “Evidence-Based Policy in Action: Statistics, AI, and Digital Health in Practice.” tinyurl.com/4z24m5cj #Statistics #AI #DigitalHealth

The ASA's Statistics and Data Science in Aging Interest Group has grown to 454 members across five continents—proof that those working across the aging research ecosystem needed a place to call home. Read about their milestones and learn how to join: magazine.amstat.org/blog/2026/06... #STATSSKY

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This month, "Amstat News" is spotlighting Apsara, a PhD student in biostatistics at the University of Louisville whose journey spans Sri Lanka, Finland, and beyond. Her dream? To become a university professor. Read more about her journey: magazine.amstat.org/blog/2026/06... #STATSSKY

As part of Privacy Week, the ASA's Privacy and Confidentiality Committee hosted a webinar exploring how the idea of "statistical purpose" has evolved, how it's interpreted in practice, and why getting it right matters in today's federal data landscape. #STATSSKY magazine.amstat.org/blog/2026/06...

This month we feature ASA Member Jennifer Park, a statistician whose career has shaped the data infrastructure millions of Americans rely on. Read more about her professional life and what she has learned from being a member of the ASA. #STATSSKY #Fedstats magazine.amstat.org/blog/2026/06...

The deadline is June 30 to apply for the AAAS Early Career Award for Public Engagement with Science. The prize recognizes early-career scientists who engage the public on science and technology-related issues. Visit STATtr@k for details: stattrak.amstat.org/2026/06/01/p... #STATSSKY

In his latest Statistical Moment, ASA’s Ron Wasserstein reflects on the Statistical Society of Canada’s Annual Meeting at McMaster University. He highlights the value of partnership & community, saying, “There’s no better way to spend your time than hanging out with our colleagues.” Watch! #STATSSKY

Free access Issue on special topic of: "Statistical Methodology Groups in the Pharmaceutical Industry" Read it now! @amstatnews.bsky.social @tandfresearch.bsky.social www.tandfonline.com/toc/usbr20/1...

ASA members across academia, clinical research, and industry share how Graduate Statistician (GStat) accreditation helped them strengthen their professional identity and connect with the broader statistical community. #STATSSKY stattrak.amstat.org/2026/06/01/g...

Congratulations to former ASA President Ji-Hyun Lee on being named the 2026 Scientist of the Year by KSEA & KOFST. A leader in biostatistics, cancer research, & scientific leadership, we are proud to celebrate this well-deserved recognition and her continued impact on science and society. #STATSSKY

ASA’s new headquarters is coming together! Ron Wasserstein shares a quick update as furniture is assembled, workspaces take shape, and the office begins to feel like home. There’s still work to do, but ASA staff is getting closer to settling into its new space. www.amstat.org #STATSSKY #Statistics

In March, around 80 former faculty, alumni, and friends gathered on the campus of the University of South Carolina to celebrate the statistics department's 40th anniversary. Congratulations to all who made it possible. Here's to the next 40! magazine.amstat.org/blog/2026/06... #STATSSKY

In her latest column, ASA President Jeri Mulrow makes the case for genuine optimism about the field. There has never been a more exciting or consequential time to be a statistician, she says. #STATSSKY magazine.amstat.org/blog/2026/06...

Calling all undergraduate statistics and data science students! The Undergraduate Class Project Competition is now accepting submissions for class projects involving real-world data analysis. Submission deadline: June 18. #STATSSKY

The American Statistical Association proudly honors individuals who exemplify excellence in leadership, service, & scientific contributions to the statistics field. Please join us in celebrating these outstanding contributors to our profession. #STATSSKY #JSM2026 magazine.amstat.org/blog/2026/06...

Join a diverse and welcoming community at the 2026 Women in Statistics and Data Science Conference October 28–30 in Cincinnati, Ohio. Connect through technical talks, plenaries, informal networking, and more. Early registration and housing are open: tinyurl.com/3c2ns4vn #STATSSKY

In this letter to future biostatisticians, industry leaders share what really matters in interviews. If you are preparing for your first role in industry, this is advice worth reading. #STATSSKY

A big thank-you to MedicRes, the June sponsor of “Practical Significance”! Its AI-driven platform, E-PICOSAI, supports researchers from study design to publication with tools for protocol development, biostatistics, & reporting. ASA members get a free 1-week trial with code HOUSTON at epicosai.com.

LAMBDA: A Large Model Based Data Agent @amstatnews.bsky.social @tandfresearch.bsky.social www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10....

During the latest “Practical Significance” episode, Donna LaLonde and Ron Wasserstein talk with Ji-Hyun Lee and Nolan Wages about the new ASA Clinical Trials Certificate Program and evolving role of statisticians in patient care. magazine.amstat.org/podcast-2/ #STATSSKY #ClinicalTrials

Applications are open for the new ASA Clinical Trials Certificate Program for statisticians and data scientists. The cohort-based program features 18 modules, interactive learning, and an ASA credential. Limited to 20 participants. Learn more and apply: tinyurl.com/35hxwbd5 #STATSSKY #ClinicalTrials

Quote of the month: "Being a member of the ASA allows me to stay connected with the largest statistics community in the world and especially to be part of its immense network of statisticians and data scientists." Ingrid Van Keilegom

Breaking news! ASA members elected Nicholas Horton (Amherst College) 2027 president and Natalie Rotelli (Moral) vice president. Congratulations also to the newly elected board members and section officers helping to lead the profession forward! #STATSSKY

We’re proud to share that 46 members have been elected as 2026 ASA Fellows! This honor recognizes contributions to research, education, industry, government, and service to the ASA and broader statistical community. Congrats to this year’s class of Fellows! www.amstat.org/news-...

Congratulations to Mark van der Laan and Weili He, named the 2026 recipients of the International Society for Biopharmaceutical Statistics’ memorial lecture awards. Read more about these awardees and their accomplishments:

AI is becoming part of the everyday statistical workflow—but using it effectively requires more than prompting. Join Noor Aftab on June 11 at 3 p.m. ET for “AI Hour of Power for Statistical Practitioners.” Learn more & register: tinyurl.com/3s5ftv3j #STATSSKY #AI #Statistics #ResponsibleAI

1/ New #paper by Chuck Manski, @johnmullahy.bsky.social, and me in the Journal of Business and Economic Statistics (@amstatnews.bsky.social).

The ASA Statistical Learning and Data Science Section has named Tony Cai, Yuxin Chen, and Anru Zhang recipients of the 2026 Leo Breiman Awards.

How can art help us grasp the scale of human impact? In the latest “Stats + Stories,” @johnbailer.bsky.social and Rosemary Pennington talk with artist Chris Jordan about transforming staggering statistics on consumption and waste into unforgettable visual experiences. tinyurl.com/yeytr963 #STATSSKY