A Message from WSS's President,
Benmei Liu

To the Washington, DC Statistics and Data Science Community,

It is a great honor to serve as the 2025–2026 president of the Washington Statistical Society (WSS). I'm humbled to follow in the footsteps of my predecessors who have led this society with vision and dedication, and I look forward to working with all of you to carry that legacy forward.

This coming year marks the momentous 100th anniversary of WSS. Since 1926, our society has been contributing to advancement in statistical thinking, community-building, and public service excellence. This anniversary is not only a time for celebration, but also an opportunity to reflect on our history, our mission, and our future.

This year also brings significant challenges, as many of our members face career uncertainties, navigate transitions, and adjust to evolving professional priorities. As a society, we remain committed to supporting our community by staying responsive, fostering open dialogue, and encouraging mutual support.

Our role as a regional society remains crucial. The Washington area continues to be a center for federal statistics, scientific research, and data-informed public service. The work our members do, such as upholding the quality of data, advancing rigorous analysis, and supporting sound decision-making, has far-reaching relevance and significance both across the industry and the nation.

As we celebrate 100 years of WSS, we also look ahead. We reaffirm our core values, honor the contributions of long-standing members, welcome new voices, uplift our community, and champion the vital role of statistics across all aspects of civic life. We embrace the promise and complexities of emerging AI, recognizing its growing impact on our fields.

Thank you for allowing me the opportunity to serve this remarkable community. I look forward to hearing your ideas, supporting your efforts, and helping WSS navigate into its new era - Within WSS, we all become stronger, more connected, and impactful as always.

Warm regards,
Benmei Liu
WSS President, 2025─2026