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COVID-19 Updates
- As of 3/18/2020, the university has moved all instruction online for the remainder of the spring semester. As a result, we are now rescheduling many planned events virtually! Check below or on the calendar for more information.
- SOA/CAS have released information on how exams will be affected by the virus:
- SOA: click here to learn more
- CAS: click here to learn more
VBA Coding Workshop (Virtual: 4/8/2020, 3:00pm–4:30pm)
The event will take place on Wednesday, April 8th, from 3:00 to 4:30 pm over Zoom (Meeting ID: 699165411). It will cover the basics of the coding language and will demonstrate what VBA can accomplish in an actuarial setting. It’s a great opportunity for those who haven’t mastered the programming language yet. Employers are looking for a combination of math and programming skills and VBA is a great way to show them.
Below are the meeting link and files to download beforehand.
Below are the meeting link and files to download beforehand.
- Zoom: Meeting Link
- Files: Excel workbook and Powerpoint presentation
Case Competitions, Scholarships and More!
While the spring may not be as heavy in recruiting, there is still lots going on! Several case competitions are looking for applicants right now, and scholarships are looking for individuals to take home some cash! Keep an eye out in The Club GroupMe and in the weekly emails for more opportunities.
Current Scholarships
Current Scholarships
- Milliman's Opportunity Scholarship (4/13/2020 application deadline): This scholarship assists undergraduate students from ethnic groups that are under-represented in the fields of actuarial science, data science, computer science, economics, programming, mathematics, statistics, data analytics, or finance. Milliman, a global leader in actuarial and related products and services, awarded 16 Opportunity Scholarships in 2019. More information can be found at the link above.
- CAMAR Actuarial Scholarship (4/15/2020 application deadline): Casualty Actuaries of the Middle Atlantic Region (CAMAR) is offering scholarships of $2500 to $5000 for actuarial students who meet the following criteria: entering senior year, interested in property and casualty, at least one exam passed at least 3.2 GPA, U.S. citizen or permanent resident visa. To apply, you must be nominated by the Penn State Actuarial Science Department. If you would like to be considered for nomination, contact Steve Putterman – do not submit an application to CAMAR. Details can be found at the link above, and the application can be found here.
- CAS Auto Safety Features Case Study (Postponed): This case competition is a great opportunity to get exposure to actuarial problems, network with P&C actuaries, and earn cash prizes of up to $1000! Details can be found at the link above. To sign up, fill out this form!
- iOme Challenge (4/26/2020 submission deadline): details and registration instructions can be found at the link above.
Newsletter is Here!
The latest Actuarial Science Club Newsletter is now available! Check it out here!
New Club Calendar
Add the club's new Google Calendar here to stay up to date on the latest events!
New Excel/Coding Tab
The website has some exciting new features! The new Resources tab should be your go-to place if you ever want to learn something new or develop professionally. The excel/coding tab has great ways to become more technically proficient as well, so be sure to check it out here.
Welcome to the Penn State Actuarial Science website!Our club helps actuarial students pass actuarial exams and find employment. We run events to strengthen our students' leadership, networking, professional, and actuarial skills. We aim to continue Penn State's legacy as one of the world's 33 CAE's (Center of Actuarial Excellence) and one of only 17 CAE's in the United States. Fun fact: PSU students pass about a total of 100 exams per year and the average senior who graduates with at least one exam has approximately 2.5 exams passed upon graduation!
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The Actuarial Science Club website is a gold mine for information about actuarial science at Penn State. Start off with the "What is an Actuary" page to see if actuarial science is the right career for you.
Prospective Students
Actuarial Science at Penn State can be pursued through one of three different paths:
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Actuarial NewslettersStay up to date on our amazing actuarial science students!
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Past EventsWant to find out about the club's past information sessions? Check out Past Events!
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If you have any questions, please email an Actuarial Science Club officer listed below.
Spring 2020 – Fall 2020 Executive Board & Faculty Advisor
Club Advisor
Steve Putterman, FSA, MAAA
Professor of Practice in Risk Management
Head of the Actuarial Science Program at the Smeal College of Business
Office: 331 Business Building
Phone: 814-865-4153
E-mail: slp5096@psu.edu
Professor of Practice in Risk Management
Head of the Actuarial Science Program at the Smeal College of Business
Office: 331 Business Building
Phone: 814-865-4153
E-mail: slp5096@psu.edu
Club Officers
Director of Technology:
Brandon Crawford bmc5819@psu.edu Contact me with questions about resume books and databases 
Assistant Director of Technology:
Lucas Richardsen ljr5433@psu.edu Contact me with questions about the club website |
Vice President:
Aidan Lake arl5600@psu.edu Contact me with questions about anything club/act-sci related 
Director of Student Engagement:
Alexis Coleman akc5641@psu.edu Contact me with questions about getting involved as an underclassman 
Assistant Director of Student Engagement:
Ayo Ogunrombi aeo5162@psu.edu Contact me with questions about underclassmen involvement and events |
Director of Finance:
Noah Donten nmd5348@psu.edu Contact me with questions about club finances and merchandise 
Director of Communications:
Marceli Pawlikowski mzp5569@psu.edu Contact me with questions about weekly updates or club communications 
Assistant Director of Communications:
Nikki Nybro nan5101@psu.edu Contact me with questions about weekly updates or club communications |
Director of Corporate Outreach:
Vince Birch vpb5085@psu.edu Contact me with questions about the career fair 
Assistant Director of Corporate Outreach:
Danny Berlin dnb5266@psu.edu Contact me with questions about information sessions 
Assistant Director of Corporate Outreach:
Jared Asprer jza5506@psu.edu Contact me with questions about information sessions |