Month: March 2024

The Casualty Actuarial Society is pleased to offer a FREE student conference at this year’s Spring Meeting in Atlanta, GA on May 7, 2024. The event will run from 8:30 a.m. to 2:15 p.m. University students interested in pursuing an actuarial career are invited to participate in this one-day conference!

CAS Student Conference Attendees Will:

• Connect with CAS Members and Participate in a Speed Network Session
• Learn More About the CAS and the Property and Casualty Industry
• Attend Professional Concurrent Sessions and Student-Specific Sessions
• Take Professional Headshots

Registration is open to members of CAS Student Central. Students not yet members can easily sign up online, and then register to attend the event.

There is no cost for students to register to attend the CAS Spring Meeting Student Conference. However, attendees are responsible for any travel costs incurred including transportation and lodging (if applicable).

Agenda

8:30 a.m. – 8:45 a.m.	Registration and Headshots
8:45 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.	Welcome and Introduction to the CAS
9:30 a.m. – 9:45 a.m.	Break and Transition
9:45 a.m.– 10:45 a.m.	Concurrent Session
10:45 a.m. – 11:15 a.m.	Refreshment Break with Exhibitors
11:15 a.m.– 12:15 p.m.	Actuarial Pricing Cooking Show
12:30 p.m.– 2:00 p.m.	Lunch and Speed Networking
2:00 p.m. – 2:15 p.m.	Wrap-Up and Group Picture

If you have questions, please contact CAS University Engagement Manager, Margaret Gaddy, at MGaddy@casact.org.

The 2024 CAS Spring Meeting will be held at:

Hilton Atlanta
255 Courtland St NE
Atlanta, Georgia 30303

Have you heard about the CAS Student Central Summer Program? Are you curious to learn more about the program and how it can help foster your career growth? Watch the recently recorded CAS Student Central Webinar and learn how participating in the CAS Student Central Summer Program can expand your knowledge of the property and casualty actuarial industry, build your network, and enhance your resume.

Watch Now!

Topics Covered

• Overview and Background of the CAS Student Central Summer Program
• What to Expect in a Typical Week
• Application Process
• Program Impacts
• Mentor and Student Perspectives

Not yet a member of CAS Student Central? Join this free membership program today and access the CAS Student Central Webinar Library!

Meet the Presenters:

Jason Nikowitz, FCAS, CPCU, CSPA
Jason Nikowitz is an Assistant Vice President and Actuarial Manager for Zurich North America’s National Accounts Reserving department. He has previous experience in planning and claims-level predictive modeling and, prior to becoming an actuary, was a high school math teacher. He holds degrees from Purdue University, Harper College, and North Central college and is a Fellow of the Casualty Actuarial Society (FCAS), a Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU), and a Certified Specialist in Predictive Analytics (CSPA). Jason has been involved in the CAS Student Central Summer Program since 2021 and is the current volunteer chair of the CAS Student Programs Task Force.

Kyle Bartee, ACAS, CSPA
After a short career in teaching, Kyle went back to school to get an Actuarial degree, and has been a practicing Actuary for a little over a decade. He now works at an Insurtech startup, and is pricing RV insurance for all 50 states. Kyle was a CAS Student Central Summer Program mentor in 2021 and 2022, and hosted mentor trainings in 2023 for fellow mentors during the program.

Aarif Baksh, Student
Aarif Baksh is a graduate student at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln working towards a master’s degree in actuarial science. Aarif was a 2023 CAS Student Central Summer Program participant, and his team won the panel 5 case competition. Aarif is also currently participating in the CAS Student Central Scholars Program.

Christa Benitha, Student
Christa Benitha Ingabire is an undergrad student at Hamilton College, set to graduate in December 2024 with a major in Pure and Applied Mathematics, and a minor in Studio Art. Benitha plans to pursue a career in Actuarial science and was a 2023 CAS Student Central Summer Program participant. Her team won the panel 4 case competition, and she is currently participating in the CAS Student Central Scholars Program.

Applications are now open for the 2024 CAS Student Central Summer Program! Developed by practicing actuaries, this free eight-week program will support university students’ career growth by providing technical and soft skill development, as well as mentorships and networking opportunities.

Since its inception in 2020, this educational program has rapidly gained popularity among CAS Student Central members. Hear firsthand what a former participant has to say about the program and how it has positively impacted their actuarial journey:

“I genuinely believe that the CAS summer program is a fantastic opportunity for anyone looking to dive deep into the world of actuarial science. It’s not just about academics; it’s about building a network, gaining practical exposure, and shaping your future in a dynamic field.”

2024 Program Details

The program will run from Monday, June 10 – Friday, August 2. Over the course of the eight-week program participants will:

• Complete weekly modules that focus on a variety of property and casualty actuarial topics including pricing, reserving, and data visualization.
• Connect and network with mentors for weekly discussions as students advance through the program.
• Build important soft skills, such as presentation skills, resume/interview prep, professional courtesies and more!
• Work on teams with other students on a case competition addressing a real-life actuarial problem, and present their final projects to a panel of practicing actuaries. There will be  prizes for the winning teams.

Participants will spend approximately 10 hours a week participating in the program and are expected to attend the program in its eight-week entirety. Presentations and materials will be in English. Participants who successfully complete the program will be awarded a digital badge by the CAS documenting their accomplishment.

Who Should Apply?

The program is geared towards university students who are interested in gaining actuarial experience and knowledge of the property and casualty insurance industry. It is an exciting development opportunity for students who do not have an internship lined up for summer 2024.

We encourage students at schools without actuarial programs, as well as those who recently learned about the actuarial career, to apply. This program will also be beneficial to students who attend an actuarial program but have had limited exposure to property and casualty topics or limited access to actuarial internships.

The CAS strongly encourages students that identify with groups historically under-represented in STEM professions, including Women, Black/African American, Hispanic/Latinx, American Indian, and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander, to apply.

The CAS is committed to providing universal access to all of our programs. Any accommodation requests can be submitted during program enrollment process once admissions notifications have been circulated.

If you are located in China, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, Mongolia, Philippines, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, and Vietnam, please apply to the East Asia Summer Program here: CAS Student Central East Asia Summer Program

Application Information:

Interested students should submit an application form by April 10. Please note, we require one recommendation submitted within the application.

Applicants will be notified no later than May 1 as to the status of their application.

For those that are looking for a flexible schedule and have limited capacity to attend weekly cohort meetings, we will also offer the CAS Student Central Independent Summer Program, a self-paced alternative covering the same materials. The independent program includes an online forum for participants to pose questions, connect with each other, and obtain guidance. It excludes the case competition, and weekly mentor discussions. The program will run from June 24-August 2. Applicants interested in applying specifically for the CAS Student Central Independent Summer Program should also complete the application form above.

Questions? Please email us at studentprograms@casact.org