Description: Article describes best practices for teaching a course module that involves multiple parameters. A good example is hypothesis testing which requires consideration of the parameters, sample-size, population distribution, known variance and has as consequences whether a normal or t distribution should be used or whether non parametric methods are used. The articles recommends use of the Prime Implicant Normal Form as a means of teaching. It shows the superiority of this method over other forms such as heuristics, complete rules, or graduated approaches.

Description: York University will host the 2025 Actuarial Research Conference (ARC) from July 29 to August 1, 2025, bringing together scholars, industry leaders, and regulators to exchange ideas and present cutting-edge research in actuarial science. The conference will feature keynote speeches, research presentations, panel discussions, and networking opportunities, fostering collaboration between academia and industry. York’s actuarial program, recognized as a Center of Actuarial Excellence, will showcase its vibrant research environment and strong partnership with the Risk and Insurance Studies Centre (RISC). The event also highlights Toronto’s dynamic cultural scene, with planned activities such as a visit to the historic Casa Loma, enhancing the experience for attendees. ARC 2025 promises to be an enriching and memorable event for all participants.

Description: This article provides the reader with highlights from the International Actuarial Association Health Section Colloquium held in Cape Town in 2007. From Expanding Horizons, September 2007, Issue No. 37.

Description: This article discusses Jed Frees’ book in progress, “Regression Modeling with Actuarial and Financial Applications” which offers a synthesized introduction to regression and time series.

Description: This article presents an introduction and overview of the R language. From Expanding Horizons, April 2007.

Description: This article is an announcement for nominations for the 2007 Halmstad Prize. A description of the prize is given. From Expanding Horizons, April 2007.

Description: The University of Montreal will be the host of the 41st Actuarial Research Conference of the SOA, August 10–12, 2006, in Montreal, Canada. The annual ARC provides an opportunity for academics and practitioners to meet and discuss actuarial problems and their solutions.