July 2023 Newsletter

We hope to see you there!

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Spencer Scholars and alumni in NYC have an opportunity to attend and volunteer at this event (a $2,500 value). Contact Tandeka Nomvete to volunteer.

Spencer Scholars Resume Book

2023 Resume Book


We are thrilled to welcome the 2023 cohort of Spencer Scholars!


Spencer donors are provided with exclusive access to our resume books, which highlight the best and brightest students entering the industry.


Donors at the $25,000 level and higher enjoy early access to the publication each year.


Thank you for partnering with us to fund the future of the industry!


Contact Megan Miller with any questions.

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Making Headlines

Business Insurance USIA


Spencer and Business Insurance (BI) have joined forces to award scholarships to top students who aspire to pursue careers in risk management and insurance.


Thanks to BI's generous sponsorship, our 2023 BI Spencer Scholars Ryan Fick and Ryan Orzeck had the privilege of attending the acclaimed BI U.S. Insurance Awards event and connecting with industry experts.


During the event, they addressed the audience alongside our Executive Director, Megan Miller, expressing their gratitude for the BI scholarship.

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Spencer and the LAAIA


This article reviews the partnership between Spencer and the Latin American Association of Insurance Agencies (LAAIA) and how we collaborate to provide scholarships for Latino students.


These scholarships have been established to help talented individuals access higher education and professional development opportunities within the insurance industry.


Our goal is to promote diversity and inclusion within the industry, and the scholarships will be awarded to those who have demonstrated leadership qualities and a strong commitment to making a positive impact.

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RIMScast


In this podcast episode, Ken Goldstein, our University Partnerships Director, provides an introduction to our organization and its key programs. Additionally, B. David Cisneros, Director of the Risk Management & Insurance Studies Program, talks about the triumph of the RMI program, which was initiated at the University of Nevada, Reno, through the Spencer Course Development Grant Program.

Podcast Episode

The Voices of Risk Management


In this latest podcast episode, Spencer Board Member, Lori Seidenberg, joins Hunter Fausnacht and Katie Crowe to discuss the importance of forming connections within the industry!

Podcast Episode

ARIA Board Update


We are happy to announce that Spencer Board Member, Dr. Cassandra Cole, was appointed to join the American Risk and Insurance Association (ARIA) board of directors!


The new ARIA Directors will assume their role at this year's ARIA Annual Meeting, taking place in Washington DC, August 6-9, 2023.

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Spencer Webinar Series

Early Career Webinars


The Spencer Webinar Series is the perfect opportunity for college students or recent graduates looking to expand their knowledge and network.


These virtual educational & networking sessions are packed with valuable insights and connections.



Spread the word! Our sessions will take place every Thursday from 1:00-2:00 PM ET throughout the summer.

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Upcoming RMI Events

Spencer Resources
Application Deadlines

Spencer Grants:


Risk Manager on Campus Grants

→ 2024 Application Open Now!

→ 2024 Application Deadline: August 1, 2023

www.spencered.org/risk-manager-on-campus



General Grants

→ 2024 Application Open Now!

→ 2024 Application Deadline: July 30, 2023

www.spencered.org/general-grants



Internship Grants

→ 2024 Application Opens: August 15, 2023

→ 2024 Application Deadline: Oct. 15, 2023

www.spencered.org/internship-grants



Course Development Grants

→ Application is open every quarter.

www.spencered.org/course-development-grants

Spencer Scholarships:

(Undergrad, Full-time & Part-time Masters)
→ Application will reopen on October 1, 2023

(Pre-Dissertation Ph.D. Candidates and Doctoral Candidates)
→ Application will reopen on December 1, 2023

#ThankYou for supporting our organization and the future leaders of the RMI industry!

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