Unpacking Data Insights: Lessons from the Scenario Response
Hello, my name is Omkar and I was a semifinalist in the 2022 Modeling the Future Challenge and a finalist in the 2023 Modeling the Future Challenge. The Scenario Response is a foray into the challenge that actuaries face, and the remainder of the MTFC. It consists of a set of prompts alongside a pertinent […]
What I’ve Learned from the Modeling the Future Challenge
While I acquired many valuable mathematical skills and experiences while working on the Modeling the Future Challenge as part of my team, I would say that the greatest and most impactful lesson I have learned throughout the process is the importance of teamwork. I think it is safe to say that without my team’s willingness […]
How Mathematical Skills Develop at Each Stage of the MTFC
Hello, I am Omkar, a Modeling the Future Challenge Finalist for the 2022-2023 year. The MTFC Challenge was an amazing experience that greatly enhanced my mathematical and critical thinking skills! The MTFC is an actuarial science challenge with three phases, where groups can progress through the competition by performing well in each phase. The first […]
Congratulations to the Best in Show Teams for MTFC’s Inaugural Quest Track
The goal for teams completing this year’s inaugural Quest Track was for them to gain valuable skills and familiarity with The Actuarial Process that will enable them to participate in the 2023-24 Modeling the Future Challenge. Geared with these skills, teams will be equipped to tackle the open-ended risk modeling project in the Challenge Track […]
The Challenge Awards College Scholarships to 15 Student Winners
The Actuarial Foundation is delighted to announce the winning teams of the 2022-2023 Modeling the Future Challenge, a national scholarship competition where high school students take on the role of an actuary using models to predict future risk and help to solve world problems. Now in its sixth year, the Challenge was developed with our […]
Congratulations to the 2023 Modeling the Future Challenge Finalists!
The Actuarial Foundation is proud to announce the finalists in the 2022-2023 Modeling the Future Challenge, a national scholarship competition giving high school students the opportunity to predict the future and solve world problems. Student participants in the Challenge take on the role of aspiring actuaries by completing a math modeling project and presenting their research to a […]
How Can Teams Prepare to Meet with Their Mentors?
Hello, my name is Omkar, and I was a semifinalist in the 2022 Modelling the Future Challenge. Meeting our mentor for the first time was very nerve-wracking. My team and I were worried about whether the questions we had prepared were adequate, whether we picked the right mentor for us, and how the advice from […]
Research Advice from a Former Semi-Finalist
Hello, my name is Omkar, I was a semifinalist in the 2022 Modelling the Future Challenge. The transition from having an idea to conducting a full-on research project is a great effort. It can be confusing, especially without having a good idea of what direction to go or what methodology to use. The ambiguous project […]
Congrats to the 2023 MTFC Semifinalists!
The Actuarial Foundation is proud to announce the semifinalists in the 2022-2023 Modeling the Future Challenge, a national scholarship competition giving high school students the opportunity to predict the future and solve world problems. Student participants in the Challenge take on the role of aspiring actuaries by completing a math modeling project and presenting their research […]
Apply to be a Challenge Ambassador today!
Are you a former MTFC participant and interested in getting volunteer hours, graphic design/marketing experience, and continuing your connection with the MTFC? Read on to learn about the Challenge Ambassador Program and how you can apply to join us. AboutFor the upcoming season of the Modeling the Future Challenge, we are offering a chance for […]
