By Richard Zink Have you ever experienced imposter syndrome? You’re not alone. I have coped with imposter syndrome for much of my adult life. It is odd to be gripped with feelings of self-doubt, a lack of confidence, and a persistent fear of being exposed as a fraud when all evidence points to the contrary. This led to excessive preparation, constant second guessing, and … [Read more...] about Lessen Imposter Syndrome with JSM Improv Course
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Applications Wanted for FDA Fellowship
The American Statistical Association, in collaboration with the Biopharmaceutical Statistics Section and US Food and Drug Administration Oncology Center of Excellence, is supporting an oncology educational fellowship designed for senior graduate students and postdocs in statistics and biostatistics. Program highlights include the following: Applications open July … [Read more...] about Applications Wanted for FDA Fellowship
Empowering the Next Generation: FTC Bridges Academia, Industry
The 67th Fall Technical Conference, themed “Big Data, Big Energy: Innovations in Quality, Statistics, and Data Science,” will take place October 7–9 in Houston, Texas. The conference offers an opportunity to showcase work, network with professionals, and see how academic training connects to real-world challenges in industry. To make attendance more accessible to students, … [Read more...] about Empowering the Next Generation: FTC Bridges Academia, Industry
Nurturing the Next Generation: Join the ASA Mentoring Program for Statistics and Data Science Educators
Are you a passionate educator looking to connect, grow, and give back to the statistics and data science community? Whether you’re just beginning your journey or a seasoned professional eager to share your experience, the ASA Section on Statistics and Data Science Education invites you to take part in its dynamic mentoring program for the 2025–2026 academic year. A Proven … [Read more...] about Nurturing the Next Generation: Join the ASA Mentoring Program for Statistics and Data Science Educators
Early Career Award Nominations Sought
The AAAS Early Career Award for Public Engagement with Science recognizes early-career scientists and engineers who demonstrate excellence not only in their research careers but also in promoting meaningful dialogue between science and society. The recipient receives a monetary prize of $5,000, a commemorative plaque, and recognition at the 2026 AAAS Annual Meeting. The … [Read more...] about Early Career Award Nominations Sought