Officers

Cat Rodney

President

Hi everyone! I’m Cat and I’m a senior from Simsbury, CT. I’m majoring in actuarial science & finance and I interned at MassMutual and will be working full time at Oliver Wyman doing actuarial consulting. I chose actuarial science because I love the mix of math and business, and the amazing versatile skill set you gain. I’ve been CAO and Director of Social Media in the past, and I have been loving being president! Outside of UAS, I am involved in a sorority and I work at the cafes on campus, and outside of school, I love going to the gym, surfing and longboarding, and hanging with friends. 

UAS has truly been the best part of my college experience; it’s given me friends for life, professional resources to prepare me for my interviews that ultimately helped me land jobs, fun social events and so so so much more. UAS is truly the most amazing community, and I highly recommend that you join! Please feel free to reach out with any questions! 

Email: catherine.rodney@uconn.edu

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/catherinejdrodney

Insta: _catheriner_

 

 

 

 

 

Maryrose Murphy

Executive Vice President

Hi Everyone! My name is Maryrose Murphy, and I am a senior from Carmel, NY. I’m majoring in Actuarial Science and just finished my second ALDP internship at Travelers. I encourage everyone who is interested in Actuarial Science to join UAS, it has been a great place to connect with others interested in the field and I’ve expanded my professional and social network! Last year I was VP of Industry Relations and I have been on social committee for the past two years. Outside of school, I enjoy arts and craft, playing intramural sports, and spending time with friends and family! Feel free to reach out with any questions or to chat!

Jason Pummer

Chief Financial Officer

Hi, I am Jason. I’m from St. Louis, MO. I am a Senior majoring in Actuarial Science. I have always loved math, and this is an interesting way to apply that into the corporate world. This past summer I interned at Deloitte. I highly recommend joining UAS because you will find some of your closest friends and great professional connections. In my free time, I like to play soccer. I also love watching soccer, so if you ever want to chat about that I’m free. I’m looking forward to this school year, and if you have any questions or concerns feel free to reach out!

Grace Martin

Chief Administrative Officer

Hi everyone! My name is Grace Martin, and I am a junior from South Windsor, CT. I joined UAS in order to learn more information about the university’s program and to get more connected with my peers. Outside of UAS, I enjoy playing basketball and spending time with friends, and I also am part of the CareCakes club. This past summer I interned at MassMutual on the Group Life Pricing and Product Development team. Last year I was Co-Director of Philanthropy in which my main goal was leading our club’s HuskyThon team. I look forward to being your Chief Administrative Officer this year and be sure to look out for weekly emails from me!

Iwo Kasperkowicz

Vice President of Industry Relations

My name is Iwo Kasperkowicz and I am the Vice President of Industry Relations. I am from Scranton, Pennsylvania, but was born in Poland! I also lived in Canada for a few years. I am a junior majoring in Actuarial Science – Finance, and I chose the major as it was something that interested me when I was looking for possible careers in high school. My hobbies include DJing, playing/watching soccer, and watching movies!

Jiabo Zhang

Co-Vice President of Professional Development

Hello everyone, my name is Jiabo Zhang! I am a senior actuarial science major from LA. I am originally from China and moved to the US 8 years ago. This year, I am Co-Vice President of Professional Development. My role will be to help the students learn more about the actuarial field as well as obtaining a job offer. I had interned with Nassau, New York Life, and Oliver Wyman. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions regarding UCONN, actuarial science or anything else!

 

Sam Aronson

Director of Professional Development

My name is Sam Aronson, I’m a Junior this year and I’m from Long Island NY. I chose actuarial science because I really like how it combines business and math, and how it really makes you use those problem solving skills! In my free time, you’ll usually see me at one of the campus tennis courts or chilling out at the rec with my friends! Go Huskies!!

Eva Burchfield

Co-Vice President of Public Relations

Hi everyone! My name is Eva Burchfield and I am a senior. I major in Actuarial Science and minor in Women and Gender Sexuality Studies. Aside from UAS, I tutor for Math Motivators, I am a member of Leading Women of Tomorrow, and I am in Alpha Omicron Pi. This past summer I completed an actuarial internship for MassMutual on the Income Annuity Pricing team. Outside of school, I enjoy working out, reading, shopping. Feel free to reach out!

Matt O’Connor

Co-Vice President of Public Relations

Hello! My name is Matt O’Connor and I’m a sophomore from Cromwell, CT majoring in actuarial science at UConn. I chose to study actuarial science because this field is a great way to learn a variety of new skills, whether that be in communication, math/statistics, finance, or computer programming. This past summer I was an intern at Milliman’s Hartford Health office, where I spent a lot of my time using Excel and SAS to analyze prescription drugs used in PACE programs around the country. I’m also a part of the marketing team for the Goldenson Center, UConn’s actuarial research center. In my free time, I enjoy skiing and playing golf. Feel free to reach out to me if you’d like to chat!

Mike Majewski

Co-Vice President of Social Events

Hey there! I’m Mike Majewski, I’m from West Hartford, and I’m a senior majoring in Actuarial/Finance. UConn has the best actuarial program anywhere, being a student here is such a great opportunity to meet a TON of intelligent and ambitious aspiring actuaries. The best connections I have made have been students who go on to graduate and work at top insurance/consulting companies. Coming to UAS will make UConn feel smaller since you will get to know many of the students in the actuarial program. Outside of UAS, I’m also involved in the Sigma Chi Fraternity, as well as the investment banking society. My advice to a freshman would be to explore everything UConn has to offer, you don’t know what could be out there until you try it!

Janice Gao

Co-Vice President of Social Events

Hi everyone! I’m Janice, a senior actuarial science major from Bristol CT. My previous internships included LGRA and Penn Mutual. Outside of school, I enjoy trying new food as well as hanging out with family, friends, and DOGS! As one of the Co-Vice President of Social Event for UAS, I’m looking forward to meeting everyone and having a blast! Please don’t be shy in reaching out!!

Ryan Zimmerman

Co-Vice President of Social Events

Hi there! My name is Ryan Zimmerman and I am a senior from West Hartford, CT, majoring in actuarial science. I interned at SageSure this past summer in the rising pioneer program. Aside from UAS, I am a captain and treasurer of AC UConn Men’s Club Soccer. Aside from soccer and UAS, I spend my free time watching sports, hanging with friends, or playing video games. I HIGHLY recommend UAS to anyone majoring in actuarial science. I switched into actuarial science my junior year and have already developed so many meaningful connections and learned so much about the industry. Easily the best decision you can make as an actuarial science major!

Tyler Strull

Director of Technology

Hi everyone! My name is Tyler Strull and I’m a Junior from Burlington, CT majoring in Actuarial Science. I just finished my first internship at CapSpecialty. Along with being the Director of Technology for UAS, I am also involved with the PALs Program and High School Outreach Committee. One of the main reasons I joined UAS as a freshman was because I saw it as a phenomenal opportunity to surround myself with people who share common interests with me, and expand my network within the actuarial community. Outside of UAS, some of my hobbies include going to the gym, hiking, watching sports, and video editing! Feel free to reach out with any questions!

Pragati Chandrasekaran

Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Hey! I’m Pragati, an actuarial science major currently in my sophomore year at Uconn. I was born in raised in Connecticut- its safe to say I like it here. As an incoming freshman, I knew I wanted to make an impact in the healthcare industry, but wasn’t sure quite how to do that. I’ve always enjoyed math, so once I discovered actuarial science and its high demand in the health insurance industry, I knew this was the major for me. Last summer, I had a blast interning at Point32Health (the product of a merge between Harvard Pilgrim Healthcare and Tufts Health Plan) and I’m very grateful for this experience. In my free time, I love going to the gym, traveling, and making memories with friends and family. Feel free to reach out if you have any question, or just want to chat!

Eli Braman

Co-Director of Fundraising

I am currently a Junior studying actuarial science at the University of Connecticut. I grew up in a small town in upstate New York known as Utica. I decided to go to school out of state at UConn because of their phenomenal actuarial science program. I chose to study actuarial science because I have a passion and appreciation for mathematics and probability. Furthermore, I enjoy problem solving and critical thinking. This past summer, I had the opportunity to intern as an actuary for Guardian Life Insurance Co. It was an amazing experience that allowed me to gain unique industry insight, get hands-on experience with true actuarial work, and allowed me to expand my network. Some other activities I enjoy in my free time are going running / working out, as well as watching movies with my friends.

David Chung

Co-Director of Fundraising

Hi my name is David Chung, I’m a rising sophomore from Fairfield, Connecticut and I’ll be one of the directors of fundraising this year. I joined UAS because I wanted to meet people in my major and it’s a decision I’m glad I made. I’ve made friends who are also great connections in my profession. Some things I like to do in my free time are working out, listening to music, and watching movies. I’m really looking forward to the upcoming school year and feel free to reach out with any questions!

Ivan Ren

Co-Director of Alumni Relations

Hey! My name is Ivan Ren and I am a junior from Rocky Hill, CT. This previous summer, I interned at Lincoln Financial Group in Hartford, CT as an actuarial intern. Outside of school, I love playing and watching basketball. I also practice with the UConn women’s basketball team here. I like doing anything outside or active, including tennis, pickleball, and hiking. I also play a mobile game called “Brawl Stars” a lot. Definitely feel free to reach out if you have any question and I’m very excited to meet everyone!

Ty Pomroy

Co-Director of Alumni Relations

My name is Ty Pomroy and I am from Bozrah, CT. I am currently in my junior year and I am an Actuarial Science – Finance major. This past summer I interned at Travelers in Hartford, CT as an actuarial intern. I enjoy playing and watching sports and I am a huge Boston sports fan. In my free time at UConn I enjoy going to the gym to workout or play basketball and outdoor activities such as skiing and hiking. I would also recommend trying out the rock climbing wall that we have inside the Student Rec Center either by yourself or with a friend. I first started going my freshman year with one of my buddies and it has been a lot of fun and something to do when you have nothing else to do.

Ava Koistinen

Co-Director of Philanthropy

Hi! I’m Ava and I am a sophomore from Windsor, CT currently majoring in Actuarial Science – Mathematics. UAS has given me so much useful insight on all topics regarding actuarial science, but is also a great community that is extremely supportive and fun to be around! In my free time I enjoy singing at my church, playing guitar, working out, or hanging out with some friends. I’m so excited for this year and co-leading the philanthropy events we have planned!

Khrystyna Fedynyak

Co-Director of Philanthropy

Hi everyone! My name is Khrystyna and I’m a junior majoring in actuarial science – finance. My hometown is Wilmington, MA but originally I’m from Ukraine. I joined UAS as a sophomore after changing my major to what I specifically wanted to pursue. Last year, I was on the social committee where I enjoyed organizing several events for members and networking with like-minded students. This year I will be Co-Director of Philanthropy leading and fundraising for our HuskyTHON team. Outside of UAS, I enjoy playing for the UConn Women’s Club Volleyball team, spending time with friends, and traveling to new places.

Layla Mejia

Director of Social Media

My name is Layla, I’m a sophomore majoring in mathematics/actuarial science, and I’m from New Britain, CT. I enjoy pretty much anything outdoors – during the summer I like spend my time hiking, kayaking, swimming, and relaxing at the beach. A few hobbies I have are playing basketball, golfing, reading from time to time, and watching any tv shows that are binge worthy. I chose actuarial science because I like to challenge my problem-solving skills and as rigorous as this major is, it will always keep me on my toes, which is something I look forward to when it gets difficult. Ultimately for this school year, I’m excited to have the opportunity to meet new members in UAS!