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.
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
Nominations are due by March 14, 2025:
– 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
– Supporting documentation
– Candidate’s headshot
– Useful links
Here’s the form for submitting nominations. And the upload link for letters of support. And the ASA webpage describing the award and listing previous recipients.
I don’t think I’m in the position to be a nominator, but: John Burn-Murdoch of the Financial Times would be a great recipient of this in my view.