American Statistical Association New York City Metropolitan Area Chapter Chapter News

Call for Nominations: The Chapter is calling for nominations for the election of NYC Metro Area Chapter Officers that shall take place in November 2010 for the term beginning January 1, 2011 through December 31, 2012. All nominations are to be submitted using the online 2010 Chapter Officers Nominations Form. The deadline for submission of nominations is October 15, 2010, and the current Executive Committee shall certify nominations no later than October 31, 2010.

All nominees must be Regular (Full) Members, as described in Article I of the NYC ASA By-Laws, are listed as active by the ASA as of July 1, 2010, and have been actively involved with the American Statistical Association at the national or regional level (e.g., Chapters, Sections, and Committees). Nominees may be submitted by an individual or by others.

For additional details regarding Chapter Officers and the election process, refer to the Chapter's NYC ASA Constitution and NYC ASA By-Laws. For questions or comments, please send an email to nycasa@mindspring.com.

Chapter Service Recognition Award: Marcia Levenstein is the recipient of a 2010 American Statistical Association Chapter Service Recognition Award. Marcia holds the position of Vice President, Statistics at Pfizer. She is also Treasurer of the NYC Metro Area Chapter.

The American Statistical Association honors Marcia Levenstein in recognition of dedicated service to the New York City Metropolitan Area Chapter. She has been Treasurer for more than 25 years and has given her time generously to help the Chapter organize and present events.