In the latest episode of the Alliance NOW Podcast, host Noelle Codispoti, and guest Jim Jones of the Katie School of Insurance and Risk Management dive into the 2024 Redbird Risk Management and Insurance Challenge.
The initiative is making insurance engaging and accessible for high school students, providing real-life experiences with academic learning. Jim highlights the invaluable bridge between educational environments and industry professionals’ mentoring roles, essential for nurturing a skilled and future-ready workforce in our industry.
We also celebrate the achievements of the Red Bird Challenge participants and the innovative solutions crafted by winners of the Katie School of Insurance Summer Program’s Innovation Award. These stories are a reminder of the profound impact education has on career paths and the critical role professionals play in guiding emerging talent.
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Established in 1991, the Center for Insurance and Risk Management (also known as The Katie School of Insurance and Risk Management) supports Illinois State University’s nationally recognized undergraduate insurance and risk management program and actuarial science program. We are committed to the preparation of future industry leaders by supporting strong industry involvement with our students, innovative teaching by outstanding faculty, cutting-edge applied research, and a student-centered learning environment. See the Business Insurance video on how the Katie School is preparing the next generation of insurance leaders.
