Cryptocurrencies such as bitcoin are increasingly researched, debated, used for purchases, and considered an investment option internationally.
Mystery money: A beginner’s lesson in cryptocurrency
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Illinois State insurance program receives global recognition
Illinois State University’s Katie School of Insurance has been awarded the Global Center of Insurance Excellence designation by the International Insurance Society.
Illinois State’s insurance program named Top Performer
Illinois State’s insurance school has been ranked among the best programs in the nation for preparing students for insurance careers. Illinois State was one of only four universities to be recognized as “Top Performers” in the February issue of A.M. Best’s insurance news magazine, Best’s Review.
ISU’s Innovation Consulting Community: Teaming students with mentors to serve real clients
A new program is giving Illinois State students an opportunity to get a head start on their careers while helping the community.
Cross-campus team explores risks and benefits of drones
Illinois State students from across campus are exploring the potentially groundbreaking applications of drones for commercial uses.
Insurance insures prosperity: ISU researchers work to protect Ghanaian farmers
Katie School of Insurance and Financial Services faculty and students are working to create microinsurance products (low-cost insurance designed for individuals with low incomes) that would provide support and peace of mind for Ghanaian farmers.
Illinois State, COUNTRY Financial team up to promote financial literacy
Illinois State and COUNTRY Financial are discovering new ways to teach financial literacy to students in K-12 schools and when they arrive at college.
Star student from Texas shoots toward career at Illinois State
Texas native Jessica Ackley isn’t wasting any time setting herself up for a successful career in the insurance industry.
Chicagoland high school students visit Katie School
The Katie School of Insurance and Financial Services partnered with InVEST to bring 25 minority students from three Chicago area high schools to Illinois State for a campus visit May 5.
Video: Being an actuarial science major at Illinois State
Illinois State’s actuarial science program has a national reputation. But it’s the on-campus support system that impresses junior Mike Paradiso the most.
