StatFest is a conference that aims to encourage undergraduate students from historically marginalized groups to consider careers and graduate studies in the statistical sciences (statistics, data science, biostatistics, etc.). It is sponsored by the American Statistical Association and organized by the Committee on Minorities in Statistics (CoMiS) and additional volunteers.
The conference typically includes includes presentations and panels from established professionals, academic leaders, and current graduate students that help attendees understand the opportunities and routes for success in the field. Students also get the opportunity to connect with other students, professionals, and representatives from graduate programs, employers, and internships to build their network.
You can learn more about our most recent StatFest event and find links to other CoMiS initiatives here:
https://community.amstat.org/cmis/events/statfest/statfest-2021