Nominations are now being accepted for the ASA Excellence in Statistical Reporting Award. A flyer with details is attached with parts of this flyer included below:
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What is ASA Excellence in Statistical Reporting Award?
This award was established to recognize members of the media for their presentation of the science of statistics and its role in public life. The award can be given for a single statistical presentation or for sustained worthy contributions to the statistical profession.
What are the selection criteria?
- Correctness, clarity, fairness, brevity, and professionalism of communications
- Importance, relevance, and overall effectiveness in affecting the intended audience
- Impact on the growth and national or regional exposure of statistics
- Appreciation for and emphasis of the statistical aspects of a particular issue or event
- Excellent coverage of research on statistics or statistical issues
When are nominations due?
Nominations are due by March 1
What needs to be included with the nomination?
- Nominating letter - not to exceed two pages
- Three letters of support - not to exceed two pages each and saved as a .pdf file - are to be uploaded by the writer. Instruct the reference writers to include the candidate's last name in the file name.
- Supporting documentation
- Candidate's headshot
Useful links
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Please submit nominations to celebrate such work, and please forward this email to colleagues who you think might be interested.
Thanks,
John
John Bailer
Chair, ASA Excellence in Statistical Reporting Award Committee
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John Bailer
Professor Emeritus, Department of Statistics, Miami University
Panelist, Stats+Stories podcast
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