GIS Project-Based Summer Internship
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Are you interested in gaining insurance experience this summer through virtual projects and/or case study opportunities? Sign up to express interest and get on the list for more information.
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GIS Virtual Graduation 2020
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May 8, 2020
1:00PM - 1:30PM EST
GIS is excited to announce our very own virtual graduation ceremony for graduating seniors. Everyone is invited to tune in and help us celebrate the academic achievements of the graduating class.
Attention Chapters:
The Grand Chapter is collecting videos, group photos, and individual photos of seniors of your chapter for the graduation ceremony. Please send them to
Devin.Li@gammaiotasigma.org
.
Join us for the GIS Virtual Graduation!
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Survey Deadline: May 15, 2020
The Recruiting Survey is back, and now more than ever WE NEED YOUR INPUT! Take the survey by May 15 for a chance to win a Visa gift card. Chapters with 20+ participants receive a discount on 2020-21 membership dues! Open to ALL students and recent alumni within 2 years of graduation. Help us spread the word!
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Out of the Shadows: A Conversation about Mental Health
TODAY, May 1, 2020
10AM - 11:30AM PT
During these uncertain times, we are all struggling to make sense of work and life, and many are facing a very real battle with mental health. Join
HR Transform
and
Responsive Conference
on May 1 for a virtual conversation to shed light on this essential topic and explore ways to promote mental wellbeing at home and at work.
This 90 minute interactive event will feature:
- A Special Musical Performance by Wesley "Weslex" Andrew and Dillon "MySyn" Wright
- A Personal Story from James Pratt, Founder, Reflective Management
- A Conversation with Claude Silver, Chief Heart Officer, Vayner Media and Lars Schmidt, Founder, Amplify
- Facilitated Small Roundtable Discussions
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New Webinar:
More Than Math - Actuarial Communication Skills
As technology rapidly transforms the workplace, strong communication skills in the actuarial profession are more important than ever – not only to connect teams, but also to explain complex concepts to a variety of audiences. Watch the replay to learn more about how communication shapes their work.
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Special thanks to GIS Sustaining Partner Assurex Global for providing the technology for the GIS Webinar Series.
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Virtual Event Recaps and Learning Opportunities
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Student Webinar: Optimizing Your Virtual Internship Experience Replay
Get the most out of your summer virtual internship and watch this webinar recap that is full of tips, insight, and resources for you!
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Professional Association Guide
Through collaboration with industry associations and trade groups, the GIS Professional Association Guide provides information on how to effectively engage with each organization. Learn more about:
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GIS Virtual Luau
Chapters and alumni from all over the country participated in the
Beta Phi Chapter's
Virtual Luau where they networked and played games over beverages and snacks.
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Have ideas for a virtual event like this? Reach out to
Tandeka Nomvete
, and let's make your ideas a reality!
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Professional Development
The
GIS Professional Development Series
is LIVE and an exclusive benefit for GIS members! The series equips you with:
- Best practices for personal branding
- Navigating the job marketplace
- Business professionalism
All GIS members have received access to the new Gamma Iota Sigma Learning Portal powered by The National Alliance for Insurance Education and Research. Questions? Email
Alyssa Bouchard
!
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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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GammaSAID Webinar Replays
Access incredible resources through the GammaSAID council's webinar replays:
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The National Alliance for Insurance Education & Research
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Stay Safe. Keep Learning.
Due to the COVID-19 outbreak, all National Alliance classroom programs through June 1st are postponed until further notice.*
The National Alliance
has worked diligently to deliver live, instructor-led online classes and self-paced learning modules to help you in light of the
C
oronavirus impact
. To learn more about their new distance-learning options, check out their website or podcast.
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Students, in this difficult time, GIS is dedicated to you. Below are important resources and updates for this season. We hope you are safe, healthy, and well, and if there is anything the GIS Family can help you with, please reach out to us through the contact information at the end of this newsletter.
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49th Annual International Conference
September 24-26, 2020
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Key Opportunities and Resources
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OLA Academy
March to September
OLA Academy is a web-based program that prepares OLA candidates for the recruiting process. In 2020, the program will run from March to September. OLA Academy participants will get training on:
- Resume writing
- Interviewing
- Networking
- Designing an effective LinkedIn profile
OLA Academy participants will be matched with volunteers to put their new skills into practice. Completing the OLA Academy curriculum is required for the OLA Travel Sponsorship Program.
OLA sponsors Latinx actuarial candidates to attend various conferences such as the Association of Latino Professionals For America (ALPFA) Convention and the Gamma Iota Sigma (GIS) Conference, among others. At these conferences, attendees will have an opportunity to network with actuaries, and, in some cases, interview for positions.
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COVID-19: The Property-Casualty Perspective
Interested in learning about the potential impacts of COVID-19 on the P&C industry? Watch this recently recorded CAS webinar, COVID-19: The Property-Casualty Perspective!
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Learn About the London Insurance Market
Would you like to learn about the London Insurance Market? After a simple registration, you can access three free, interactive modules - each only 10 minutes long! Learn:
- What is the London Market?
- How it Places Business
- How Claims Work
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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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At-Large Membership Category
Did you know that GIS is open to
any
student from
any
school? The at-large membership category is a tremendous access point for students at schools without a GIS chapter.
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For a full list of GIS scholarships, benefits, and opportunities click
here
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GIS Alumni Week 2020
July 19-25, 2020
List of Events Coming Soon
Save the
new
date! GIS Alumni Chapters in cities across the country will host opportunities to network. Students are invited to participate! Stay tuned for more information.
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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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Noelle Codispoti
Chief Executive Officer
Sharla Floyd
Senior Vice President, Strategic Initiatives
Grace Grant
Senior Vice President, Chapter Operations
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Alyssa Bouchard
Director, Education & Programming
Tandeka Nomvete
Director, Chapter Engagement
Devin Li
Coordinator
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