H. Wayne Snider Distinguished Lecturer Series
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Every Wednesday from 12:00 PM - 12:50 PM The Sigma Chapter of Gamma Iota Sigma hosts an organizational meeting. During each of these meetings a guest speaker addresses the members of The Sigma Chapter as part of a series of guest lecturers. This series of chosen speakers is referred to as: The H. Wayne Snider Distinguished Guest Lecturer Series. To get an idea of the caliber of individuals that speak at these Wednesday meetings, you may view our library of past speakers. Otherwise, lecturers tend to reside in the Risk Management, Actuarial Science, Legal Studies, and Insurance or Healthcare industries. Most speakers tend to have at least five years experience in their respective careers.
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Luncheons with Industry Professionals
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Throughout the academic year, Gamma Iota Sigma members are given the opportunity to meet with industry professionals to discuss career aspirations, industry trends, or other general insurance or actuarial related questions. This gives our members the ability to build networking skills and contacts with industry professionals before graduation. Food is subsidized by The Sigma Chapter of Gamma Iota Sigma.
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Professional Skills Workshops/ Career Receptions
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Throughout the academic year, workshops are provided free of charge, to our paid members. This workshops help our members develop their professional skills and prepare them for our career receptions. Career receptions enable our members to network with industry professionals in the hopes of obtaining a full-time career or summer internship.
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Committees
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In addition to the benefits of receiving course credits, paid members of Gamma Iota Sigma are encouraged to join the various committees of our organization. These committees enable members to grow their social networks through exposure to others who are also interested in Risk Management, Actuarial Science, or Legal Studies. Participation in a committee enables our members to increase their professional skill sets and contribute through various activities to our organization. Lastly, and most importantly, committee participants have fun!
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Alumni-Student Mentorship Program
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Each semester, the Sigma Chapter facilitates an Alumni Student Mentorship Program in order to unite students with alumni professionals for enhanced guidance, advice, and collaboration on the transitions from the classroom to the office. The Alumni Affairs Team pairs Undergraduate and Graduate Risk Management & Insurance and Actuarial Science students with alumni based in the Greater-Philadelphia who have industry experience. The expectations of the program are two in-person meetings by the end of the semester. Each pairing is encouraged to attend the Annual Gamma Gala, where we recognize participation in the program. This program is a great opportunity for students to have a 1-on-1 relationship with an industry professional.
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Peer to Peer Mentorship Program
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Each semester, the Sigma Chapter facilitates a Student Mentorship Program in order to unite underclassmen students majoring in Actuarial Science and Risk Management & Insurance with experienced upperclassmen students to create relationships and provide guidance and advice so students can make the most of their time in the RIHM department. The expectations of the program are three in-person meetings by the end of the semester. Each pairing is encouraged to attend the Annual Gamma Gala, where we recognize participation in the program.
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