President’s Address

Welcome to the Actuarial Students’ Society!

My name is Omar Amin, and I am proud to be the 2025 President of the Actuarial Students’ Society.

Whether you're just starting out or well into your studies, I’m excited to welcome you into a new year — one that’s full of opportunities to learn, connect, and grow.

This year, our focus is simple: we want to give each of you the resources and support to grow into the best version of yourselves — both as students and as future professionals.

Community is a huge part of what makes this society so valuable. While our studies can be challenging at times, they’re also incredibly rewarding — and you don’t have to navigate them alone. We believe that it’s better together, and that by supporting one another, we can make the journey a little smoother — and a lot more enjoyable. We’re here to help you build real connections with your peers — the people walking the same path as you — through social events, study sessions, and educational initiatives. You’ll always have a community around you that understands what you’re working toward.

At the same time, I think it’s really important that we look beyond just our own cohort. One of the things I genuinely love about the actuarial profession is how broad it is — it goes far beyond what people usually expect. You’ll find actuaries working in finance, data, health, climate risk, and all sorts of areas you might not initially expect. The industry is changing fast — with new tech, AI, and global challenges shaping the way actuaries work. That might sound a bit daunting, but it’s also really exciting. It means there’s more room than ever to try new things, think differently, and figure out what path makes sense for you. That’s why this year, we’re making a real effort to connect with other faculties, student societies, and networks across the uni — so you can be exposed to fresh ideas, meet people from different backgrounds, and see how your skills could apply in places you might not have even considered yet.

And finally, we aim to bridge the gap between university and the many professional pathways that lie ahead. You’ll also have plenty of opportunities this year to engage directly with professionals and employers in and around the actuarial space. Whether it’s through industry Q&As, firm site visits, networking nights, or development workshops, these experiences are designed to give you real insight into the profession — to explore different career paths, ask meaningful questions, and start building the confidence and connections that will help you take your next step.

Whatever your goals this year — whether it’s meeting people, exploring the profession, or simply getting through those exams — we hope the Actuarial Students’ Society can be a place where you feel supported, seen, and inspired.

Wishing you all the best for the year ahead!