Tips for Success: Preparing for the SOA Student Research Case Study Challenge

In this special episode of the Society of Actuaries Research Insights Podcast, Lisa Schilling, Director of Practice Research at the SOA Research Institute, is joined by four members of the Student Research Case Study Challenge (SRCSC) Committee: Elizabeth Alleman, Carlos Arocha, Russell Hendel, and Lisa Ullman. Together, they share valuable advice and insider tips to help students around the world prepare for the annual Student Research Case Study Challenge.

From advice on writing clearly and concisely for a business audience to strategies for managing imperfect data and working effectively in teams, this episode provides a comprehensive guide to excelling in the challenge. The conversation also covers how submissions are judged, how non-native English speakers can succeed, and the important role of faculty advisors.

To learn more about the Student Research Case Study Challenge and access current and past cases, visit: https://www.soa.org/research/opportunities/2026-student-research-case-study-challenge/