AI systems are excellent at sounding certain. Statistics asks whether they should. That question—how much confidence we should place in predictions, recommendations, and data-informed decisions—is becoming increasingly important in a world shaped by algorithms. Every day, people rely on systems built on statistical reasoning, often without realizing it. Weather forecasts … [Read more...] about Statistics: The Engine Behind AI, Modern Life
Quiz: What Kind of Statistician Could You Be?
ASA–UIS Student Chapter Hosts Events to Promote Statistics, SAS Training
The ASA student chapter at the University of Illinois Springfield, referred to as ASA–UIS, hosted two events in March to strengthen statistical literacy, professional development, and community engagement among public health students. Led by chapter president Karan Kumar, the chapter organized a campuswide outreach event on March 17, followed by a hands-on SAS software workshop … [Read more...] about ASA–UIS Student Chapter Hosts Events to Promote Statistics, SAS Training
National Institute of Justice Offers Graduate Research Fellowship
The National Institute of Justice’s Graduate Research Fellowship program supports doctoral research with relevance to criminal or juvenile justice in the United States. This includes economics, computer science, mathematics, technology for law enforcement, and more. Applications from all fields of study are welcome, with few exceptions. The fellowship provides up to three … [Read more...] about National Institute of Justice Offers Graduate Research Fellowship
What Makes a Statistician—and How to Become One
What does it mean to be a statistician, and how do you get there? In the April issue of Amstat News, ASA President Jeri Mulrow reflected on this question. We’re sharing her insights here for students or anyone considering a future in statistics. Mathematics and Statistics Awareness Month exists to remind the world that statistics matters. Most of us reading this don’t need … [Read more...] about What Makes a Statistician—and How to Become One