Scholarships
Finding Community Through STEM Stars
Success is rarely achieved alone. For STEM Stars, community means having peers, mentors, and professionals who can offer encouragement, shared experiences, and support along the…
No Single Path: My Journey Through Actuarial Science
There is no single path to becoming an actuary, and Greg Smith’s journey is proof of that. Now serving as a mentor for the STEM…
Making a Difference Through Math: Arch Volunteers Supporting the Next Generation
Volunteers are at the heart of our programs, helping students build confidence in math and explore new possibilities for their futures. At Arch, that commitment…
STEM Stars Spring Impact Report
The STEM Stars Actuarial Scholars Program is proud to celebrate a major milestone, our first graduating cohort since launching in 2022! This Spring Impact Report…
Study Smarter: My Formula for Exam Success
Passing not one, but two actuarial exams before starting college isn’t something most students can say they’ve done, but Patrick Reagon, a STEM Star student,…
My Actuarial Journey: Reflections from My First Internship
My name is Jenna Coubati, and I’m a rising junior at The College of New Jersey, majoring in Data Science and Statistics with a minor…
2025 STEM Stars Orientation Recaps!
Over the past few weeks, our STEM Stars wrapped up a vibrant series of Summer Orientations that sparked curiosity and set the stage for an…
Life as an Actuary by Neal Holthus
In honor of #NationalVolunteerMonth this April, we’re spotlighting Neal Holthus, a dedicated STEM Stars mentor and experienced actuary. With over a decade in the field,…
My Journey to Passing My First Exam
My name is Jenna Itwaru and I am a sophomore majoring in mathematics with an actuarial concentration at the University at Buffalo. As a recipient of the STEM…
From Sisters to STEM Stars: Ava & Bianca Brown’s Actuarial Journey
In honor of #NationalScholarshipMonth in November, we are happy to introduce Ava and Bianca Brown, two bright sisters who are both pursuing their academic careers…
