SSA Early Career & Student Statisticians Network

24/08/2025

⏰ Last chance to join us this afternoon!

Building an R package or thinking of the Di Cook Prize?
Get insider advice on what stands out, how to document & test effectively, and how to show impact.

Panellists: Di Cook, Patrick Li, Nicholas Tierney, Fonti Kar, Tomasz Wozniak.

🗓️ Mon 25 Aug, 2:00 pm AEST | 💻 Zoom
👉 Don’t miss out: https://www.statsoc.org.au/event-6301367

Hosted by ECSSN with the Statistical Computing & Data Visualisation Section (SSA).

An ECSSN event in collaboration with the Statistical Computing & Data Visualisation Section of the SSA: Panel Discussion: What Makes a Great Di Cook Prize Application?

21/08/2025

🎙️ Panel Discussion: What Makes a Great Di Cook Prize Application?

📅 Monday 25 August
🕒 2:00 pm AEST (Approx. 60–90 minutes)
📍 Online via Zoom
💡 An ECSSN event in collaboration with the Statistical Computing & Data Visualisation Section of the SSA

Are you building an R package or thinking of submitting your work for the Di Cook Prize?

Join us for a lively and practical panel discussion with past recipients, judges, and open-source contributors as we explore:

✅ What makes a strong Di Cook Prize application
✅ Best practices in building and documenting R packages
✅ Common challenges and how to overcome them
✅ Insights into contributing to the R and open-source ecosystem

👥 Panellists:

Di Cook – Distinguished Professor and Prize Namesake
Patrick Li – First recipient of the Di Cook Prize
Nicholas Tierney – Freelance statistician and R package developer, and previous Di Cook Prize judge
Fonti Kar – Postdoctoral Research Fellow and open-source advocate
Tomasz Wozniak – Senior Lecturer and mentor of 2023 winner Xiaolei (Adam) Wang

Whether you're a student, early-career statistician, or open-source enthusiast, this session will offer valuable guidance and inspiration.

📌 All welcome — bring your questions!

👉 Register here:

An ECSSN event in collaboration with the Statistical Computing & Data Visualisation Section of the SSA: Panel Discussion: What Makes a Great Di Cook Prize Application?

25/06/2025

📣 ASC 2025 – Update! 🧮✨

Preparations for the Australian Statistical Conference 2025 are in full swing, and we’ve got two exciting updates:

✅ Abstract submissions have been extended until 30 June
✅ Early bird registration is now open!

We’d love to see you there – and we’d really appreciate your help in spreading the word!

🔗 For all the latest info, visit the ASC 2025 website: https://www.asc2025.net/
📩 Got questions? Contact our Events Coordinator, Jodi Phillips: [email protected]

Thanks for your support!

16/06/2025

📊 Get Involved in the National Schools Poster Competition! 🧠✨

The National Schools Poster Competition (NSPC) is an initiative of the Statistical Society of Australia (SSA) and is open to all Australian schools. It’s a fantastic way to introduce students to the power of data by helping them tell real-world stories through eye-catching posters 📈🎨

We’re currently looking for:
✅ People to help spread the word (to schools, teachers, students, families)
✅ Volunteers to be judges (no experience necessary—just enthusiasm!)

📎 Check out the links below for:
📚 Supporting materials for schools and teachers (www.ssapostercomp.info)
🎥 A 1-minute overview video (https://vimeo.com/213766769)
🖼️ Poster examples, with feedback (https://ssapostercomp.info/winners.shtml)

👉 If you’re interested in being a judge, please contact Professor Peter Howley at 📧 [email protected]

Let’s support young minds in discovering the impact of data!

03/06/2025

🎙️ ECSSN Webinar: The Personal Journey of Eric Sowey
📅 Thursday 5 June 2025
🕑 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM AEST
💻 Online | Free for all | Register now!

We're excited to invite you to the fifth webinar in our 'Personal Journeys' series, spotlighting senior Australian statisticians who’ve shaped the field.

This time, we welcome Eric Sowey, a passionate educator and advocate for interdisciplinary learning. Eric will share his story through four insightful vignettes—covering everything from the excitement of discovery to the importance of work-life balance.

🧠 Whether you're studying stats, starting out in your career, or just curious about the people behind the profession, this is one not to miss!

✨ Why attend?
🔹 Hear real career lessons from a seasoned statistician
🔹 Be part of preserving the history of our field
🔹 Find inspiration and guidance for your own journey

📚 Hosted by ECSSN & SSA’s History Standing Committee, with support from SSA NSW.

📌 Open to all – students, early career statisticians, and stats enthusiasts alike.

👉 Register here: https://statsoc.org.au/event-6076690

20/01/2025

🎙️ Webinar: The Personal Journey of Anthony Pakes 🌟

📅 Date: 21 Jan 2025
⏰ Time: 6 pm AEDT
📍 Where: Online

Join us for the third session in our inspiring webinar series, where we explore the remarkable journeys of senior Australian statisticians who have made a lasting impact on the field.

This event features an engaging interview with Anthony Pakes, conducted by John Henstridge, Managing Director and Chief Consultant Statistician at Data Analysis Australia. Following the interview, enjoy an interactive Q&A session led by Trent Piccicacco, the ECSS representative from the WA branch.

🎯 Why Attend?

Hear firsthand insights into Anthony's career and contributions.
Engage with the discussion during the Q&A session.
Be inspired by the story of a leader in Australian statistics.
Don’t miss this chance to connect, learn, and be inspired!

👉 Register Now: https://www.statsoc.org.au/event-6024616