The Kerestesi Center for Insurance and Risk Management offers students opportunities to engage with industry professionals through seminars, workshops, and conferences. They can enhance their education and gain hands-on experience locally and beyond, as well as join the local chapter of Gamma Iota Sigma, a professional fraternity for insurance students.
Gamma Iota Sigma
UNLV’s chapter of Gamma Iota Sigma was chartered in 2023, after the establishment of the Kerestesi Center for Insurance and Risk Management. Gamma Iota Sigma is an international professional fraternity with 100 Chapters Nationwide with 5,000+ members organized to promote, encourage, and sustain student interest in insurance, risk management, and actuarial science as professions. Gamma aims to encourage high moral and scholastic attainments and to facilitate the interaction and cooperation of educational institutions, industry, and professional organizations by fostering research, scholarship, and improved public relations.
To get involved in the student chapter at UNLV, contact Mana Azizsoltani.
Scholarships and Grants
Lee Business School students have the opportunity to apply for scholarships through the university as well as the business school. You can access more information using the links below.
Internship Opportunities
Students interested in insurance and risk management at the Kerestesi Center will soon have the opportunity to apply for internship opportunities, providing hands-on experience in the field. These opportunities will appear in this section when they become available.
Student Successes
Growth and Balance: Scott’s Story
Scott Barr, a UNLV graduate who started his career with Higginbotham Insurance, talks about how UNLV helps students prepare for a future working in the insurance industry. He discusses the emerging talent gap and work travel opportunities in the sports and entertainment insurance industry.
Flexible Opportunities: Lovleen’s Story
Lovleen Kaur, a UNLV graduate who works for Markel Insurance, talks about how UNLV helps students prepare for a future working in the insurance industry. She discusses the value of having amazing guest speakers and the importance of fostering a positive work environment.
Simplified Summary
The Kerestesi Center for Insurance and Risk Management gives students the chance to meet and learn from experts in the field through different events like seminars, workshops, and conferences. Students can also get real experience in the local area and beyond. Plus, they can join Gamma Iota Sigma, a special group for students studying insurance. --- Gamma Iota Sigma At UNLV, Gamma Iota Sigma started in 2023. It's part of an international group with 100 chapters and over 5,000 members. This group helps students learn more about careers in insurance, risk management, and actuarial science. It also helps connect students with businesses and other organizations in the field. -- Scholarships and Grants If you're a student at Lee Business School, you can apply for money to help pay for school through the university and the business school itself. More information is available through the provided links. --- Internship Opportunities Are you interested in insurance and risk management? The Kerestesi Center will soon offer internships where you can get real work experience. Keep an eye on this section, and you'll find out more when these opportunities are ready.