Sigma Chapter Membership Requirements
Requirements To Join GIS Include:
Interest in Risk Management, Healthcare and/or Actuarial Science
Payment of the appropriate fee based on the type of membership.
Types of membership:
New Membership - $125
Renewal Membership with inclusion in Resume Book - $80
Renewal Membership without inclusion in Resume Book
May 2012 graduates and beyond - $55
New Membership- $125
All New Members of GIS Receive:
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Membership in an International Organization recognized by the risk management, insurance and actuarial science industries. [Fee covers initial membership fee to International Organization]
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An official Certificate of Membership in the International Organization.
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Invitation to attend the H. Wayne Snider Distinguished Guest Lecturer Series.
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Invitation to attend the Welcome Back Reception.
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The opportunity to receive a Professional Portrait.
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Opportunities to develop leadership skills through serving on committees and as officers.
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Advice and guidance concerning internships, scholarships, and career opportunities
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Opportunity to receive BA 2101 or RMI 3682 course credit.
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Interview Workshops conducted by human resource professionals from risk management and insurance organizations.
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Videotaped mock interview.
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Etiquette Workshop.
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Inclusion in Resume Book distributed to numerous employers.
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Invitation to participate in the GIS Career Receptions with a variety of companies in attendance including brokers, insurers, and consulting firms.
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Opportunity to participate in the Networking Lunch Program.
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Invitation to the GIS Annual Dinner where new members will be inducted into the International Organization.
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Invitation to attend the Annual Awards for Excellence Luncheon.
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A New Member Packet with Gamma Iota Sigma pin and Sigma Chapter t-shirt.
Renewal Membership with Inclusion in Resume Book - $80
All Paid Renewal Members with Inclusion in Resume Book Receive:
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Membership in an International Organization recognized by the risk management, insurance and actuarial science industries. [Fee covers renewal membership fee to International Organization]
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Invitation to attend the H. Wayne Snider Distinguished Guest Lecturer Series.
-
Invitation to attend the Welcome Back Reception.
-
The opportunity to receive a Professional Portrait.
-
Opportunities to develop leadership skills through serving on committees and as officers.
-
Advice and council concerning internships, scholarships, and career opportunities
-
Opportunity to receive BA 2101 or RMI 3682 course credit.
-
Interview Workshops conducted by human resource professionals from risk management and insurance organizations.
-
Videotaped mock interview.
-
Etiquette Workshop.
-
Inclusion in Resume Book distributed to numerous employers.
-
Invitation to participate in the GIS Career Reception with a variety of companies in attendance including brokers, insurers, and consulting firms.
-
Opportunity to participate in the Networking Lunch Program.
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Invitation to the GIS Annual Dinner where new members will be inducted into the International Organization.
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Invitation to attend the Annual Awards for Excellence Luncheon.
Renewal Membership without Inclusion in Resume Book
Renewal Membership Fees:
Annual Membership Fee covering one academic year - $55. This option is designed for those graduating in May 2011.
All Paid Renewal Members without Inclusion in the Resume Book Receive:
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Membership in an International Organization recognized by the risk management, insurance and actuarial science industries. [Fee covers renewal membership fee to International Organization]
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Invitation to attend the H. Wayne Snider Distinguished Guest Lecturer Series.
-
The opportunity to receive a Professional Portrait.
-
Opportunities to develop leadership skills through serving on committees and as officers.
-
Advice and council concerning internships, scholarships, and career opportunities
-
Opportunity to receive BA 2101 or RMI 3682 course credit.
-
Opportunity to participate in the Networking Lunch Program.
Membership With Academic Distinction:
The purpose of the GIS Membership with Academic Distinction designation is to recognize those students who have achieved academic excellence in either risk management and insurance or actuarial science studies. Members who meet the following requirements are eligible for Membership with Academic Distinction.
1. RMI majors must have completed RMI 2101 and any two 3000-level RMI courses while maintaining a major GPA of 3.5 or better in those three courses.
2. AS majors must have completed AS 1501, RMI 2101, and any one upper level 1000+ AS course while maintaining a major GPA of 3.5 or better in those three courses.
3. MS and MBA candidates are automatically eligible for Membership with Academic Distinction.
RESUME BOOKS
GIS sponsors annual resume books for both graduating seniors interested in full-time employment and underclassmen seeking internships. GIS distributes these recruiting tools to numerous firms with an emphasis on companies within our tri-state area. These companies use the resume book as a means to select candidates for internships and full time positions.
In order to be included in the resume book and interview through the Risk, Insurance and Healthcare Management Department, GIS members must complete the following steps in the prescribed order. These steps are:
Step 1. Payment of Dues
Step 2. Submission of an Online GIS Resume Worksheet
Step 3. Participation in an Interview Workshop Sponsored by GIS ( For graduating seniors, a Senior Interview Workshop)
Step 4. Completion of a Mock Interview
Step 5. Completion of an Etiquette Workshop
Step 6. Completion of a Resume Review with Anna Papalia
Step 7. Attendance at the “How to Prepare for a Career Reception Workshop"
Step 8. Take a professional portrait
If your company is interested in receiving a copy of our resume book by mail or electronically, please contact Michelle Henry at mmhenry@temple.edu for more information.
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