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News Releases

BADRI and Society of Actuaries Announce Winning Teams from ActuMinds Inter-University Case Study Competition

Helping to nurture future talent in the actuarial field, the ActuMinds—Inter-University Case Study Competition, hosted by BADRI and the Society of Actuaries (SOA), announced the winning university teams.

Society of Actuaries Announces Transition from Sections to New Member Communities

The Society of Actuaries (SOA) is excited to announce a significant enhancement to its member engagement structure with the transition from professional interest groups, formerly known as “Sections,” to newly consolidated “Communities.” This change, effective [Date], is designed to streamline collaboration, expand networking opportunities, and provide greater access to resources for its members.

RGA and SOA Research Institute Release Comprehensive Study on Retirement Readiness in Japan

The Society of Actuaries (SOA) Research Institute, in collaboration with Reinsurance Group of America, Incorporated (NYSE: RGA), a leading global life and health reinsurer, today released a new report titled “Retirement Readiness in Japan: Financial Security and Risk Perceptions.”

RGA and SOA Research Institute Release Comprehensive Study on Retirement Readiness in Taiwan

A news release announcing the release of findings from a survey about Taiwan's retirement system.

Society of Actuaries Announces Course Details and Improved Source Materials of the FSA Pathway Enhancements

The Society of Actuaries (SOA), the world’s largest actuarial professional organization, announces details on the evolution of the Fellowship pathway. Today the SOA provided the course details and improved source materials available for candidates pursuing the FSA designation.

2025 Student Research Case Study Challenge News Release

News release announcing the winners of the 2025 Student Research Case Study Challenge

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Board Announcements

Governance Structure Review: Updates and Feedback

Sign up for aone of the virtual town halls to hear from SOA leaders and volunteers about theis governance structure review project. Simply select the link for the Zoom webcast that you would like to attend, fill out the contact information and add it to your calendar.

March 2025 SOA Board of Directors Meeting Recap

The Society of Actuaries (SOA) Board of Directors (Board) gathered in Savannah, Georgia March 6–7 to discuss key strategies and essential initiatives. Discussions focused on optimizing the candidate pipeline, AI strategy and global growth. The Exam Exemptions Task Force and the Governance Review Task Force provided updates to the Board.

SOA Shares Progress on University-Earned Credit Program Review

The Society of Actuaries (SOA) is providing an update to our global stakeholders regarding the University-Earned Credit (UEC) program.

October 2024 SOA Board of Directors Meeting Recap

The SOA Board of Directors convened October 26–27 to discuss strategic direction and updates. Key decisions comprised approving the strategic principles associated with the refresh of the strategic plan and approving 2025 essential initiatives.

Strategic Review of Governance Structure

The SOA Board of Directors is beginning an important new project to review aspects of the organization's governance structure. This initiative aims to ensure that the SOA’s governance framework is well-positioned to support the organization's long-term success and effective implementation of its strategic plan.

June 2024 SOA Board of Directors Meeting Recap

The SOA Board of Directors met in Baltimore, MD, June 22–23 to strategize and address key business initiatives. Topics included the refresh of the SOA strategic plan, artificial intelligence (AI) and its impact on the actuarial profession, growing the pipeline of actuarial candidates and members, and the evolution of the SOA’s professional interest sections.

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