JSM 2021: Statistics, Data, and the Stories They Tell
August 27, 2021
August 8 to 12, This is Statistics attended the annual Joint Statistical Meeting (JSM)–the largest annual gathering of statisticians in the world. Under the conference theme, “Statistics, Data, and the Stories They Tell,” 390 sessions...
How to Navigate Data Science Career Opportunities Like A Pro
July 29, 2021
So, you’ve decided to pursue a career in data science—smart choice! Statistics and data science are some of the fastest growing and most in-demand careers. With so much data touching practically any topic, statisticians and...
Authentic Assessments: Tips and Tricks from Statistics and Mathematics Educators in a Pandemic
June 29, 2021
You did it! Teaching during the pandemic presented challenges for statistics and mathematics educators everywhere. While facing the challenges of virtual or hybrid environments, as well as new in-person challenges and stresses, how have educators...
Congratulations Class of 2021!
May 21, 2021
Congratulations to all of the 2021 statistics and data science graduates! Your degree is your ticket to change the world, perhaps now more than ever before. Although we are still navigating through unprecedented times, there are plenty of...
March Randomness 2021: Congratulations to our Winners!
April 2, 2021
This spring, This is Statistics launched a new contest: March Randomness, a month-long challenge that encouraged students to test their probability intuition skills, inspired by the Borel board game. The inaugural March Randomness contest drew in 214 participating...