As you pursue your associateship:

Learn about the Academy’s public-facing projects— the Actuaries Climate Index, the Actuaries Longevity Illustrator, the Social Security Challenge—to get a sense for the vital public policy work the Academy does.

Explore the Academy-supported “Web of Professionalism” and understand the pivotal role the Academy plays in maintaining the infrastructure of actuarial professionalism. Visit professionalism.actuary.org to learn how the Academy builds a culture of “Professionalism First.”

Follow the Academy on social media to stay up to date on important news and information. Check out our YouTube channel.

When you become eligible:

Join the Academy! Membership in the Academy is the most straightforward way to demonstrate that you are qualified to offer statements of actuarial opinion— be sure and join as soon as you are able. See the many benefits and resources at actuary.org/membership.

As you progress in your career:

Volunteer on an Academy committee—a great way to give back to the profession while also advancing your own expertise.

Attend in-person events—like the Academy’s marquee Annual Meeting—to help connect you with other leaders in the field while allowing you to learn about up-to-the-minute developments in the public policy arena that affect your practice.