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University of Calgary Actuarial Society ANÉA-ASNA 2015 Info Seminar - Prepared by TONY FENG, VP ASNA
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ANÉA-ASNA 2015 Convention Goal: “Insuring the Future” When: January 2 rd -4 th Where: Hilton Montreal Bonaventure Montreal, QC
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About ASNA Registration, Transportation modes, Approx. Cost Convention Schedule Funding options Case competition Q&A’s
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ASNA was established in 1989 to primarily provide actuarial students with resources and connections to the actuarial industry across North America. Comprises of 13 member universities from Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Ontario and Quebec. Each year, a committee is elected to host the upcoming ASNA convention.
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ASNA goals To inform future North American actuaries about the rudiments of the actuarial field and to allow them to build a network of contacts with actuaries, industry and other actuarial students. Foster an interaction among the universities in Canada. Publishing newsletters to keep the students engaged and updated with latest actuarial news. Student liaison between SOA, CIA and CAS.
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The reasons that you attend the ASNA convention 1. The largest career fair for undergraduate actuarial students in Canada. 2. Networking opportunities with employers & students. 3. Seminars on both industry and non-industry topics 4. To develop your academic, personal, and professional level. 5. Case competition, professional panel, seminars, coffee connection and networking sessions. 6. Onsite interview sessions from hiring employers.
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How to register? Visit http://www.anea-asna.ca to register.http://www.anea-asna.ca Early-bird registration has started on October 14th. After the early-bird registration the fees will be higher. Check out other accommodations options on the ASNA site as well. Accommodation through ASNA at the Hilton Montreal Bonaventure is ~$90/student (Quadruple occupancy). A group of up to 4 people can share one large room. For more details and procedures, ask us or visit ASNA website. Approx. transportation cost is $600+
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Schedule
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TOPIC(Coming soon): Please visit http://www.anea-asna.ca/montreal-2015 for further details. The Competition Prize will be monetary for the winning team and a featured publication in SOA magazine. Showcases your knowledge and skills to solve problems with team work, professional ethics and time management. Great to put on your resume if you win. If interested in participating please email us at ucalgary.ucas@gmail.com with your name and student ID number. ucalgary.ucas@gmail.com
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FUNDING OPTIONS 1.Mathematics and Statistics department Approx. funding available is maximum of $200 per student. 2. Students’ Union of University of Calgary Approx. funding available up to $250. Students are personally responsible to apply ASAP before attending the conference. 3. Actuarial Students’ National Association ASNA also reimburses a certain amount back to the attendees. Value of the sum varies every year.
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Past ASNA Sponsors
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ASNA 2014 Photos
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Take a break from networking… Relax at the Hilton Bonaventure Hotel, located in the heart of Montreal Tour the beautiful city of Montreal Take a swim at the heated pool or enjoy drinks at the ice bar (18+ only) Take a walk in the Old Port or go out clubbing Beyond the Convention Center
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Contacts Siddhesh Pawar, VP Western Canada ( ASNA ) sidpawar92@gmail.com Tony Feng, VP ASNA (University of Calgary) fqy1989@gmail.com Martin Sas, VP Marketing and Support (Alberta, ASNA) mjsasoc@gmail.com Randeep Singh Parmar, External Communications and Logistics lead (Alberta, ASNA) rsparmar@live.com
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