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Volume 2006-2007 Gamma Iota Sigma February 12, 2007 Chapter Newsletter A word from Doug Rogers, Inside this issue: International Student Rep. Leaders of GIS 2 W hat Does The Executive Board Do? to twenty or more Normally I like to write an article with years of experi- Presidents 2 a few tips and tricks that you can use ence. They’re Conference 2007 to better yourselves and your chapters, here for you! M anagement 3 but this month I just want to talk with Conference 2007 you about what we’re doing as an or- As many of you ganization from the Executive Boards’ know we main- Community 4 point of view. tain a Faculty Representative, Dr. Service Award Rob Drennan of Temple University, Each month 14 members of the Execu- and a Student Representative, Doug Chapter News 5 tive Board meet and discuss the past, Rogers of Virginia Commonwealth. Briefs present, and future of Gamma Iota Their sole purpose is to stay in touch Sigma. Every board member is a pure with every advisor and student mem- volunteer (unpaid) that takes time ber internationally and express any away from work and their personal concerns the membership has to the lives to try to better the organization board. These two individuals speak for all of its members. The board is for you, so if you don’t talk to them, Upcom ing Events comprised of past chapter members they don’t know what you need out & Rem inders and officers from several different there. M ake sure you utilize all schools and includes industry profes- means of communication we have * M arch 10, 2007— sionals who are actuaries, agents, and available for you such as, the Presi- Chapter M onthly reports underwriters with anywhere from two (Continued on page 3) and Chapter News Sum- mary due by 5:00 p.m. EST * June 30, 2007: — Sub- $200 stipend available to chapters attending mission deadline for ALL 2007 M anagem ent Conference. Gamma Iota Sigma Awards and Scholarships. Due to the increased interest from our Corporate Sponsors and the Grand Chap- * August 1, 2007 — Reg- ter’s continued effort to see as many chapters attend the management conference istration deadline for the as possible, the Grand Chapter will be offering a $200 stipend to each chapter 2007 Presidents Confer- that attends the 36th Annual M anagement Conference. ence * August 24-26, 2007 — Here are the Guidelines for receiving the stipend: 7th Annual Presidents Conference in Columbus, 1. The chapter must be registered and attend the con- OH ference. * Septem ber 17, 2007 — 2. It is strongly recommended that the Chapter Advisor Early Bird Registration and Chapter Officers attend the conference. deadline for the Annual 3. All chapter representatives must actively participate M anagement Conference in all aspects of the conference. * October 11-13, 2007 — 4. The stipend will be issued to each attending chapter 36th Annual International within 30 days of the end of the conference. M anagement Conference in 5. This stipend will not necessarily be offered every year. W ashington, DC. Hosted by The Grand Chapter will review the availability every year. Tau Chapter at Howard University. Leaders of Gam m a Iota Sigm a Presidents’ Conference 2007 President… … … … … … .........Alan Hoffm ann Fraternalism W orks! resident, Hoffm ann & Assoc. Insurance Services Executive Vice President...Dr. Alan W illiam s The Presidents’ Conference is sponsored by Retired (The Ohio State University) the Grand Chapter for the training of colle- giate Chapter Presidents. Secretary … … … … ...… … … … … Lance Lancour You can’t afford to miss Gamma Iota Account Manager, The Oakland Com panies Sigma’s 2007 Presidents Conference so come Treasurer… … … … .… .… … ...… George Gum m er and Join Us!! President, G.A. Gum m er & Assoc., Inc. Im m ed. Past President … .......… .John M eder August 24 - 26, 2007 Columbus, OH Managing Director, W achovia Vice-President … … … … … ...… .… ..Chris Place W hy the President Needs to Attend Consulting Actuary, W atson W yatt W orldwide Learn the latest on managing your chapter. Vice-President … … … … … … … ....Jason W ells Client Representative, Marsh, USA Networking opportunities with other chapter Vice-President … … … … … … ....David Goodwin Presidents. Com m ercial Underwriting Manager, Chubb Group Visit: www.gammaiotasigma.org of Insurance Com panies to register Vice-President… … … … ...… … … .....Jeff Lam b Chief Underwriting Officer, Markel Vice-President … … … … ........Noelle Salam one ACE INA Vice-President … … … … … ......H. Ross Totten President, Totten Insurance Group Vice-President … … … … … ......Steve M arohn Regional Vice President, Am erican Insurance Group International Faculty Rep… .… R.B. Drennan Advisor, Sigm a Chapter, Tem ple University International Student Rep… … ..Doug Rogers Alpha Mu Chapter, Virginia Com m onwealth Univ. Be sure to visit www.gam m aiotasigm a.org to view the job opportunities and intern- ships that are posted on the website. 3age 2 Chapter Newsletter Student Rep, Doug Rogers (Continued from page 1) dent’s listserv, the Facebook site, the District Direc- tor’s listserv, and our Grand Chapter website. They’re here for you! The board makes its best effort to advance our entire organization in the eyes of the insurance and aca- demic communities. And remember, that you are part of the only organization with international exposure that is designed specifically for actuarial, risk man- agement, and insurance related studies. Gamma Iota Sigma is the place for companies to hire the future of their firm. To maintain this position in the public eye we need to hear from you as often as possible, which means, send in those monthly reports, apply for awards, and most importantly… send as many repre- sentatives to our annual conference as possible. And don’t forget, we’re here for you! *See board members’ profiles at w w w.gam m aiotasigm a.org under the “Executive Board” link M anagem ent Conference Inform ation Conference Registration Inform ation: Conference Hotel Inform ation: In order to receive the early bird discount, registration HOLIDAY INN CAPITOL. AND payment must be received by GIS Grand Chapter on or 550 C Street S.W . before Septem ber 17, 2007. Any registrations received W ashington, DC 20024, after that date will pay prices as stated below: (202) 479-4000 Early Bird Regular Fee Late Fee Room rate is $158.99 plus tax up to 4 people per room. By 09/17 After 09/17 After 9/28 The room block is open and can be reserved one of two Students $25.00 $ 50.00 $ 75.00 ways: 1. A direct call to the Holiday Inn Capitol at Advisors $ 25.00 $ 50.00 $ 75.00 202.479.4000 , providing the reservations agent Bd. of Trustees $25.00 $ 50.00 $ 75.00 with group code: GIS. Alumni $ 50.00 $ 75.00 $100.00 2. Going to http://www.holidayinncapitol.com, clicking the icon for "Reservations," selecting the "online reservation" option and entering the group Registration Fee does NOT include hotel accommoda- code: GIS. tions. Check-in time is 3:00 pm. Check out time is 12:00 am. Payment is due at the tim e registration is received. If Hotel policy permits only 4 persons per room. you are unable to attend and cannot send a substitute, Registration fees will be refunded until September 28, All reservations M UST be guaranteed by credit card or 2007. All refunds are subject to a service charge of one night deposit. $10.00. M ake sure that you mention that you are with Gamma Iota Sigma (GIS) to receive the room rate. Conference Registration forms will be available on our website after July 1, 2007. Each person/chapter is responsible for making their reservations and payment. 3age 3 Chapter Newsletter New Com m unity Service Award Announced The Grand Chapter is proud to announce the creation of the Community Service Award. This award will be pre- sented at the Annual M anagement conference in October. Below is the criteria for the award. Grand Chapter should receive submissions no later that June 30th at 5:00 p.m. EST. Please feel free to contact me with any ques- tions. CRITERIA FOR COM M UNITY SERVICE AW ARD Each collegiate chapter meeting the listed performance standards for the program year, July 1st to June 30th, will be eligible to request presentation of this award to their chapter at the Annual Awards Recognition Ceremony. 1. Recognition of chapter responsibility for Community Service as evidenced by: Chapter has ‘Community Service’ as one of its stated activities. Chapter budget includes financial support for Community Service activities. Officers place high priority on chapter Community Service. 2. Demonstration of chapter commitment to Community Service as evidenced by: Chapter provides leadership in promoting Community Service activities. Chapter plans and organizes campus Community Service projects. Percentage of membership participation in Community Service activities is high. Chapter participates in community-at-large public service projects. 3. Success of chapter’s Community Service activities as evidenced by: Activities meet or exceed hoped for results. Benefits to community are significant. Specific activities become traditional and scheduled annually. Activities serve as models for other organizations to emulate. Grand Chapter should receive submissions no later that June 30th at 5:00 p.m. EST Submissions can be received by: Email – [email protected] FAX – 614-221-1989 Standard mail – 17 S. High Street, Ste. 200, Columbus, OH 43215 0olume 2006-2007 Page 4 Chapter News regarding January Activities W e want to remind everyone that it is required that every chapter submit a monthly report and a chapter news brief to the Grand Chapter. You can find the guidelines for the submissions and the recommended templates for both the M onthly Report and Chapter News on the website www.gammaiotasigma.org/membersonly or email M elinda and she will email them to you.