Conference Program

Description: Communicating statistical research effectively is a crucial skill for engaging diverse audiences, from academic peers to policymakers. This short course provides practical guidance on designing and delivering compelling presentations about statistics projects. We will cover best practices for slide design, strategies for conveying complex concepts clearly, key principles for making talks accessible and engaging, and how to tailor presentations to different audiences. Proposed topics: 1. Tools for slide and graphics design 2. Alternative presentation formats to slides 3. Communicating complex information clearly 4. Data visualization 5. Tailoring presentations to different audiences 6. Best practices for making presentations accessible Prerequisites: None, but bring a laptop or tablet that can make slides.

Structured Query Language (SQL) remains an essential tool for accessing, manipulating, and analyzing data across a wide range of fields. This session offers a practical, technically grounded introduction to SQL, focusing on writing efficient queries, filtering and aggregating data, and joining multiple tables for exploratory analysis. Participants will work with real-world datasets to apply their skills in context, gaining hands-on experience that supports both immediate application and long-term growth in data-focused roles.