The Pipeline, ICM, Professional Development, and more!
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The Pipeline
Virtual Career Fair
February 11, 2020
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM ET
This is THE virtual career fair for students of all years and majors!
If you're interested in obtaining a job or internship and are ready to kickstart your career, you do not want to miss out on this free event! Join from your laptop, tablet, or smartphone anytime during the event to chat with company representatives - all from the comfort of your own home, school library, or favorite coffee shop.
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5th Annual Insurance Careers Month
February 2020
In 2019, more than 2,520 insurance leaders and companies from 30+ countries helped promote the insurance industry during Insurance Careers Month (ICM). Follow along on social media and join in the conversation throughout February using
#InsuranceCareersMonth
,
#ICM2020
, and
#InsuranceCareers
, and be sure to tag the Grand Chapter in your posts!
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Weekly Themes
February 1 – February 8
: Purpose driven industry, help customers in times of need, and help businesses and the economy thrive.
February 9 – February 15
: Tech and innovation in the industry.
February 12
: Twitter Chat hosted by the Insurance Careers Movement and the Jacobson Group.
February 16 – February 22
: Culture, philanthropy, diversity and inclusion, and wellness.
February 23 – February 29
: Rising stars in the industry and diversity and inclusion.
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Social Media Challenges & Focus Areas
February 1 – February 8
: YouTube Challenge “How to get a job in insurance”
February 9 – February 15
: Facebook Live Challenge
February 12
: Twitter Chat
February 16 – February 22
: Instagram Talent Takeover
February 23 – 29
: LinkedIn Blog Posts
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New Chapter Chartering: Gamma Rho Chapter at Bentley University
Saturday, February 29, 2020
The Gamma Rho Chapter at Bentley University will be chartering on February 29 in Waltham, Massachusetts!
Your chapter and you are invited to join the ceremony and help us celebrate! Please email
Grace Grant
for more information!
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GammaSAID February Webinar:
The Abstract Expressionism of D&I: Embracing the Value of Difference
Wednesday, February 19, 2020; 4PM-5PM EST
Take what you know… and throw it all out. Authenticity increasingly allows for a full spectrum of representation, with every output - be it personal identity, personal brand, our values and beliefs - uniquely shaped by our own experience. Question your assumptions and explore other possibilities of perspective in this interactive session.
Presenters:
Alexis Isom
(GammaSAID Student Co-Chair and President, Eta Chapter, University of Georgia)
Gilberto Ramirez
(Diversity & Inclusion Officer, Rho Chapter, Appalachian State University)
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GammaSAID Council February 2020 Call
Friday, February 21, 2020; 12PM-1PM EST
Open to all GIS students and alumni! Moderated by
Alexis Isom
(GammaSAID Student Co-Chair and President, Eta Chapter, University of Georgia)
Dial:
(712) 775-7270
Access code:
320 307 #
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GIS Professional Development Series
February 2020
The GIS Professional Development Series, launching Spring Semester 2020, will equip GIS members with best practices for personal branding, navigating the job marketplace, and business professionalism. All members will receive access to the new Gamma Iota Sigma Learning Portal powered by The National Alliance for Insurance Education and Research, and will have the opportunity to complete the Series. Stay tuned to make this investment in your future!
Brought to you by Gamma Iota Sigma in partnership with
Galecki Search Associates
and
The
National Alliance for Insurance Education & Research
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National Association of Mutual Insurance Companies
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Industries throughout the United States have been hampered by the growing talent gap as more than 10,000 baby boomers retire each day. As challenging as this statistic might seem to the general business world, it’s even more so for the insurance industry.
The National Association of Mutual Insurance Companies has embarked on an expanded scholarship campaign through its Mutual Insurance Foundation, with the goal of raising $125,000 for deserving collegiate upperclassmen who are working toward a degree in insurance/risk management. Scholarships of up to $5,000 will be awarded to qualified applicants. The scholarship program is also open to students studying in other areas such as general business, finance, computer technology, or predictive analytics/modeling.
“Our industry is facing a wave of retirements across the country, yet less than five percent of this nation’s college students are considering insurance as a viable career choice. And even fewer know about or understand the mutual difference,” said Neil Alldredge, executive director, NAMIC Mutual Insurance Foundation. “So, NAMIC is taking up the mantle to raise the profile of the mutual insurance industry among college students and faculty. We believe that once they learn about mutuals they will appreciate the work we do and will consider or promote mutual companies as a career option.”
Students must be U.S. citizens and plan to find permanent employment in North America to be eligible for the scholarship. The monies will be forwarded directly to the school where the student will attend for the fall semester 2020 or fall semester 2021. To apply, students must complete an online application, which opened on Jan. 31. All required documents must be uploaded no later than March 31. Scholarship recipients will be notified by mail by early May.
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NAMIC Mutual Insurance Foundation Scholarship Program
The NAMIC Mutual Insurance Foundation Scholarship Program is intended for undergraduate students pursuing a degree that is relevant to the insurance industry. We are looking for dedicated individuals in need of additional funds to complete their studies. Individual scholarships of up to $5,000 will be awarded to qualified students, with money forwarded directly to the school at which the student attends in the fall of 2020.
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NAMIC Insurance Uncovered Podcast
The National Association of Mutual Insurance Companies’ Insurance Uncovered is the first podcast to deliver news and in-depth interviews specifically designed for the property/casualty insurance market. In the most recent episode, NAMIC President & CEO Chuck Chamness talks with Gamma Iota Sigma CEO Noelle Codispoti about best practices for insurers to effectively tell their story and engage with the next generation of talent.
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Spencer Educational Foundation
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Risk Manager in Residence Grants
The Risk Manager in Residence program inspires students by bringing risk managers and their brokers into the university classroom to share real-world challenges and opportunities. With grants of up to $4,000, the Foundation has sponsored over 300 programs since 1997, reaching thousands of students. Risk managers are invited to speak about specific risks at their company, advise students on career directions and give back to the industry. These visits also raise awareness of the importance of risk management to universities who currently offer one or no insurance courses on campus. If you are interested in bringing this experience to your classrooms, please visit our web site at
www.spencered.org
and click on the Educators tab to apply. Deadline to apply is April 1, 2020. To learn more about how the Risk Manager in Residence Program is coordinated on campus please click
RMIR FAQ (Universities).docx
T
o view all the grants we offer please click
SEF 2020 Fact Sheet.pdf
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49th Annual International Conference
September 24-26, 2020
Hilton Anatole - Dallas, TX
Save the date and join 600+ students and leading insurance companies at the world's largest gathering of collegiate talent this September for Gamma Iota Sigma's 49th Annual International Conference! Registration is now open, so ask your chapter's officers and advisors for registration details!
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Regional Conferences
The Regional Conferences in Georgia, Ohio, and New York were huge successes! Students participated in dynamic career fairs and heard from industry experts, executives, and GIS Trustees on global risk, data management, cannabis risk, private client, environmental insurance, authenticity, interviewing skills, and more! Huge thanks to Chubb as Presenting Sponsor of the New York Regional Conference, New York Event Partner the Maurice R. Greenberg School of Risk Management, Insurance and Actuarial Science at St. John's University, and all of our industry sponsors and Sustaining Partners who made these conferences possible!
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Big "I" Level Up Agent Summit
GIS CEO
Noelle Codispoti
and three of our incredible student leaders,
Tamiya Vilma
of the University of Georgia,
Angelina Lam
of Florida State University, and
Gilberto Ramirez
of Appalachian State University, shared their thoughts on recruiting and the initiatives they are spearheading on campuses for GammaSAID.
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GIS Webinar Series:
Hot Topics in Employee Benefits
The world of employee benefits is constantly changing! Join us and hear from a panel of employee benefit professionals as to how they are responding to today’s most critical issues affecting an increasingly diverse workforce and workplace culture. Learn about trending benefits offered to support employees’ financial, physical, and emotional well-being, and meet mental health needs.
Moderator:
Sandy Tellefson
, Manager, Education Services, CEBS, ISCEBS at International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans
Panelist:
Dwight Mankin
, President of WebTPA, an AmWINS Group Company
Panelist:
David Wetzler
, EVP, National Practice Leader, Employee Benefits of AssuredPartners
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GIS Webinar Series made possible by technology from
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GIS/IICF Student Ambassador Program
This is a phenomenal leadership opportunity for any student who is
passionate about volunteering and serving communities
! As an Ambassador, you will be serving as a liaison between GIS and IICF and increasing access to student volunteers through communication with local GIS officers.
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Surety & Fidelity Industry Intern and Scholarship Program for Underrepresented Students
Through this program, successful applicants have the opportunity to experience working in the surety and fidelity industry through a paid
summer internship
. Upon successful completion of the internship, students are eligible for a
scholarship
of up to $5,000.
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Actuarial Diversity Scholarship
March 1, 2020
The Actuarial Diversity Scholarship promotes diversity within the profession through an annual scholarship program for Black/African American, Hispanic, Native North American and Pacific Islander students. The scholarship award recognizes and encourages the academic achievements of full-time undergraduate students pursuing a degree that may lead to a career in the actuarial profession.
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Derek Hughes Scholarship Program
March 1, 2020
Established in 1998, the Derek Hughes Scholarship Program, sponsored by the WSIA Education Foundation, supports undergraduate students pursuing an insurance or business-related program of study. The purpose of the scholarship program is to further the study of insurance and encourage, support, and reward those exceptional students who have an interest in an insurance career. The program is named for Derek Hughes, to honor his contributions to the industry and the Foundation.
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International Association of Black Actuaries
March 31, 2020
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Boot Camp
The Actuarial Boot Camp is available to Black students from around the world who are interested in pursuing an actuarial career. A limited number of spots will also be awarded to Latinx students, through IABA's partnership with the Organization of Latino Actuaries (OLA). All attendees of the Actuarial Boot Camp will have fully sponsored attendance (covering registration, lodging, and participation) to the 2020 Annual Meeting, which is scheduled to take place in Philadelphia July 30 - August 1, right after the Boot Camp concludes.
Additionally, Boot Camp attendees will have the opportunity to interact in an intimate environment with high-level executives from IABA’s Corporate Advisory Council including: Aetna, Aon, DW Simpson, Ernst & Young, Liberty Mutual, Lincoln Financial Group, MetLife, Milliman, New York Life, Principal, Prudential, Travelers, UnitedHealth Group, Willis Towers Watson.
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Scholarship
IABA provides scholarships at the undergraduate and graduate level to qualified black students who are interested in pursuing an actuarial career.
Scholarships are awarded on the basis of individual merit. The amount of the award typically ranges from $1,500 - $5,000/year and is based on full-time status during the upcoming school year.
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PLRB Insurance Career Development Program
March 8-11, 2020
PLRB Claims Conference - Washington D.C.
PLRB is seeking students to participate in the Insurance Career Development Program at the 2020 Claims Conference in Washington D.C. PLRB will cover the registration costs for students and advisors. As conference attendees, students can attend educational sessions and network with attendees and top companies. Email
Alissha Watley
for more information!
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At-Large Membership Category
Did you know that GIS is open to
any
student from
any
school? We are thrilled to offer the at-large membership category to students attending a school where a GIS chapter currently doesn’t exist.
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For a full list of GIS scholarships and student benefits, click
here
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New job? New city? New email? Stay connected.
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Familiarize Yourself with Our Sustaining Partners!
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These industry thought leaders have made a significant commitment to investing in YOU to ensure a vibrant future for the evolving world of insurance!
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Contact Us
Noelle Codispoti
Chief Executive Officer
Sharla Floyd
Senior Vice President, Strategic Initiatives
Grace Grant
Senior Vice President, Chapter Operations
Alyssa Bouchard
Director, Education & Programming
Tandeka Nomvete
Director, Chapter Engagement
Devin Li
Coordinator
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