December 2020
Student News
Your monthly news & updates on all things Gamma Iota Sigma
Upcoming Events
Regional Conference Series

January 22 and January 29, 2021

Join us for Gamma Iota Sigma's newly expanded Regional Conference Series! All 93 Gamma Iota Sigma chapters, at-large members, applicant schools, and non-GIS students interested in insurance careers are invited to expand their industry knowledge and connect with industry professionals, career opportunities and resources. Register by January 8.

Cost to Attend:
  • $10 for all GIS members
  • $25 for non-GIS members

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Giving Tuesday

December 1, 2020 (today!)

Giving Tuesday is an international day of charitable giving, held annually the Tuesday after U.S. Thanksgiving.

What has Gamma given you? Share on social media using hashtags #GammaHasGivenMe, #GiveToGamma, and #GivingTuesday for a chance to be featured. Be sure to tag the Grand Chapter so we can share!
Presidents Roundtable Meeting

December 3, 2020
3:00 - 4:00pm EST

Gamma Iota Sigma will host a Presidents Roundtable Call on December 3 to hear from your chapter leaders. The Grand Chapter is dedicated to hearing the ideas and challenges students are facing in order to best support you with resources, tools and connections to set you up for continued success.

Are you a president who didn't receive the invite? Please email Grace Grant for details.
GIS Virtual Chartering Ceremony
December 10, 2020
3:00 - 4:00pm EST

Join us in welcoming our newly approved chapters to the #GammaFam.

The ceremony will take place via Zoom. All are invited! Email Grace Grant to RSVP.

Congratulations to the University of Minnesota, the University of Baltimore, the University of Louisiana Lafayette, and Utah Valley University!
Congratulations, #GammaGrads!
#GammaIS proud of our GIS members graduating this month! We look forward to seeing all that you will accomplish as #GISAlumni. What's next?
Order Your Gamma Gear
Get ready for graduation festivities with Gamma Iota Sigma stoles, caps, cords, and lapel pins.
Update Your Information
Update your information to stay up-to-date on all things Gamma!
Join the Alumni Council
Stay involved after you graduate! Join the Alumni Council to connect with local alumni and industry professionals, promote GIS in the industry, and support students. Find your local Alumni Chapter.

Don't see your city on the list? Ask Alumni Council Leadership about starting a chapter in your city.
Industry Engagement Resources
49th Annual Conference Replays
Did you miss any sessions at Gamma Iota Sigma's 49th Annual International Conference? You can now access all #GIS2020 keynotes, educational sessions, and the annual awards show online.
Professional Association Guide
Looking for insurance industry resources and opportunities to get involved? Check out Gamma Iota Sigma's Professional Association Guide to learn more about leading insurance associations and ways you can effectively engage with them.
Scholarships

Due Date: January 15, 2021

The Norm Ziegler Trailblazer Scholarship is available to undergraduate and graduate student members working towards a career in the insurance and risk management industry. Two (2) scholarships valued at $2,000 each will be awarded annually. Apply here.




Due Date: January 31, 2021

The objective of the scholarship is to further students’ interest in the property/casualty actuarial profession and to encourage the pursuit of the CAS designations. The CAS Trust Scholarship Program will award up to eight scholarships to deserving students for the 2021-2022 academic year ranging in amounts from $2,500 to $5,000. Apply here.
GIS Career Center
Gamma Iota Sigma's Career Center is THE centralized location for you to search entry-level jobs and internships. Create an account, search job or internship openings, and apply!
Shop + Support This Holiday Season
Treat yourself or a fellow member of the #GammaFam with Gamma Gear this holiday season! We have baseball tees, football jerseys, comfy fleeces, coffee mugs, and more.
Support Gamma Iota Sigma while you shop by using Amazon Smile, and Amazon will donate 0.5% back to GIS, at no cost to you!
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Contact Us
Grace Grant
Executive Director
grace.grant@gammaiotasigma.org



Alyssa Bouchard
Vice President, Industry Engagement
alyssa.bouchard@gammaiotasigma.org
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