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OWLympiad Math Competition

May 12, 2020

9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
​Temple University
@TempleOwlympiad
The 2020 OWLympiad Math Competition has been cancelled due to event restrictions. 
​
We look forward to hosting the OWLympiad Math Competition in May 2021!

​If you have any questions, please contact Brian Zimmie at brian.zimmie@temple.edu, Victoria Hyland at victoria.hyland@temple.edu, or 
Finian O'Brien at finian.obrien@temple.edu
​The Department of Risk, Insurance, and Healthcare Management & the Sigma Chapter of Gamma Iota Sigma at Temple University are proud to host the 11th Annual OWLympiad Math Competition! We would like to thank the Casualty Actuarial Society for generously sponsoring this event. 

The OWLympiad Math Competition is an opportunity to engage local high school students and expose them to Actuarial Science as a career choice. Actuaries specialize in the evaluation of insurance and financial risk. They hold positions of responsibility with insurance companies, consulting firms, investment banks, government regulatory organizations, and government insurance programs. Temple University offers one of the most distinguished Actuarial Science programs in North America and has been recognized by the Society of Actuaries as a Center of Actuarial Excellence (CAE), one of only thirty-three institutions to receive this designation.

The competition will consist of a 50 minute, multiple choice exam, a “24” Math Card Game Competition, and a quiz style lightning round. The exam will test topics ranging from basic algebra to calculus and statistics and is to be completed as a team. All teams are expected to stay for the entirety of the event. Pizza and refreshments will be provided for lunch and, all participants will receive a 2020 OWLympiad T-Shirt!

The 1st place team will be awarded $100 per student, the 2nd place team will be awarded $50 per student, and 3rd place will receive $25 per student!

There is no cost to attend the event, although transportation and parking costs will not be covered. Please note registration will close when space is at full capacity. If space reaches capacity before the registration deadline date, registration will be closed and no more teams will be allowed to register.

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Brian Zimmie at brian.zimmie@temple.edu, Victoria Hyland at victoria.hyland@temple.edu, or Finian O'Brien at finian.obrien@temple.edu. You may also contact Dr. Krupa Viswanathan, Associate Professor & Director of the Actuarial Science Program at krupa@temple.edu or 215-204-6183 (Office Phone).

2020 OWLympiad Schedule
9:00 am – 10:00 am       Registration
10:00am - 10:30am       Welcoming Remarks
10:30am - 11:45am       Team Exam
11:45am - 1:00pm         Lunch & Game of 24
1:00pm - 2:15pm           Quiz Round
2:15 pm                           Winners announced & concluding remarks

Competition Details

Date: Tuesday, May 12, 2020
Time: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Location:
Howard Gittis Student Center (Building #49 on the Campus Map), Room 200 A-C, 2nd Floor,
Temple University, Main Campus
1755 N. 13th Street
Philadelphia, PA 19122
​Campus Map (Howard Gittis Student Center is building #49)
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​Parking Instructions:

If your school is bringing a car or van please park in the lots or garages in blue on the map. If you are bringing a small bus, please park in a lot, as the bus will not fit in the garages. Please see the Campus Operations website for visitor parking rates.
If your school is bringing a bus, please park on the side of the street on 13th St., between Cecil B. Moore and Berks (Polett Walk). This is highlighted in yellow on the map attached.
Lastly, please note that the event will be held in the Howard Gittis Student Center, which has a green arrow on the map.

Competition Rules

  • All student participants must be in their Junior year of High School
  • Exactly 4 students per team
  • Maximum of 2 teams per school
  • All teams must be accompanied by a teacher, faculty member, administrator, parent, or guardian
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Competition Format

  • Syllabus
  • 50 minutes, multiple choice written exam to be completed as a team
    • Practice Questions
  • “24” Mathematics Game Competition
    • Free practice is available on 4nums.com
  • Quiz-Style Lightning Round
    • Practice Questions
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Registration Details

Please click the link below to register for the 2020 OWLympiad Math Competition.

​Please note space for the event is limited and registration will be on a first come first served basis. Registration closes on Wednesday, April 15, 2020 or when we reach our capacity, whichever occurs first.

You will receive a confirmation email with logistical information within 48 hours of completing the registration.


PLEASE CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

OWLympiad Winners


2019 Winners
1st Place - Eastern Regional High School #1
2nd Place - Upper Dublin High School #1
3rd Place - Council Rock High School North #1
4th Place - Spring-Ford High School #2
5th Place - Eastern Regional High School #2
5th Place - Haverford School #1


Past Winners
2018 - Spring-Ford Area High School
2017 - Conestoga High School
​​2016 - Eastern Regional High School
2015 – Council Rock South High School
2014 – Unionville High School
2013 – Methacton High School
2012 – Unionville High School
2011 – Unionville High School
2010 – Salesianum School


Testimonials

“Every year I look forward to attending the Temple OWLympiad.  It is a great experience for our students to compete with some of the best and brightest from the region.  The format is interesting and it allows for our students to meet some of their peers from other great schools in the area.  The event also showcases some of the career opportunities available to math students.”
                                                                                                                                                     - Kevin Farrow
​                                                                                                                                                       Eastern Regional HS


The OWLympiad is one of my favorite annual field trips. The kids are presented a fun challenge and always look forward to going. As a teacher I find the tour informative to come back and tell other students about all the renovations and progress Temple is making. As an alumni of Temple, I really enjoy the entire program and love to see what’s new on campus. I am definitely attending this every year.
                                                                                                                                                    - Nick Solomon
                                                                                                                                                      Lower Moreland School District

My students really enjoyed the 24 Game during lunch because they were able to meet students from other schools.  The format and setup of the actual competition was also well-organized and easy to understand for new participants.  We look forward to the chance to compete again!
                                                                                                                                                     -Vince Russo
​                                                                                                                                                      Conestoga High School

 


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Contact US

Address:
Gamma Iota Sigma - Sigma Chapter
Temple University - 601C Alter Hall

1801 Liacouras Walk
​Philadelphia, PA 19122
GIS Office:
Phone: (215) 204-9368
Fax: (215) 204-4712
​Email: gammaiotasigma@temple.edu
  • Home
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