A Century of Washington Statistics

The Washington Statistical Society celebrated its 100th birthday on January 19th, 2026. This session brings together a distinguished group of past presidents to reflect on the milestone and discuss the challenges that have shaped our community, including changes in methodology and statistical practice. Panelists will also discuss the evolving role of Washington statisticians as they work towards the WSS mission: to foster statistical thinking and promote unity among those concerned with statistical matters in the Washington metropolitan area. Panelists include Dan Kasprzyk (WSS President 1986-87) Phil Kott (WSS President 1996-97) John Czajka (WSS President 2004-05) Michael P. Cohen (WSS President 2007-08) Linda Young (WSS President 2017-18) The chair is the current WSS past president, Jonathan Auerbach (WSS President 2024-25).