On Oct. 29, UNLV's Kerestesi Center for Insurance and Risk Management welcomed more than two dozen insurance professionals from across the country for Insurance U: Back to School, an interactive learning experience designed to connect students with the people and practices shaping the insurance industry.
Representatives from Allied World and Amwins spent approximately two months developing sessions specifically for UNLV students, drawing on their experience in underwriting, brokerage, and specialty insurance. The professionals traveled from offices across the country to share their expertise and introduce students to the many career paths available in the field. The afternoon featured four sessions exploring different aspects of the insurance business, including a simulated insurance deal and negotiation, a behind-the-scenes look at how underwriters and brokers work together, common challenges in insurance transactions, and resources for building a career in the industry.
The event, organized in collaboration with Allied World and Amwins, reflects the Kerestesi Center's commitment to connecting classroom learning with industry experience. Led by director Patrick Hanley and associate director John Starkey, the center supports UNLV’s Bachelor of Science in business administration in insurance and risk management, housed within Lee Business School’s department of finance.
