Be An Actuary Web Site Redesigned

The Be An Actuary Web Site, which is devoted entirely to those interested in a career as an actuary, has recently been redesigned and enhanced with new features. The Web site was initially launched in 1999.

As the Web site address (www.BeAnActuary.org) implies, visitors will find all the information they need to "Be an Actuary." Designed primarily for those who know little about the actuarial profession, visitors will find a number of new features, including:

• A 10-minute streaming video featuring real actuaries talking about their jobs, their lives, and what it means to be an actuary.
• A new article to help answer the question, "What is an Actuary?"
• A section geared to career changers, to help those who are interested in making the shift to an actuarial career.

These features are in addition to the wealth of information already available on the site such as testimonial sound bites from real-life actuaries, explanations of the examination process, and tips on finding an actuarial job.

The new design and structure of the site displays an attractive layout, with navigational tools that allow for easy navigation throughout the site. Visitors can explore the site based on audience type, or click directly to content that interests them the most.

While the site is geared toward students, it also provides information for teachers, guidance counselors, and parents of those interested in the actuarial profession. We encourage you to pass on the Web site address www.BeAnActuary.org to anyone you think would be interested in a career as an actuary.

The Web site is a collaborative effort between the Casualty Actuarial Society and Society of Actuaries, and is co-sponsored by the CAS/SOA Joint Committees on Career Encouragement and Minority Recruiting.

Comments or questions on the site can be directed to webmaster@BeAnActuary.org.