Description: Stephen C. Goss, chief actuary at the Social Security Administration, was recently awarded the National Academy of Social Insurance's (NASI) first ever Robert M. Ball Award for outstanding achievements in social insurance. According to NASI, Godd exemplifies public service at its very best. The Actuary magazine asked Goss if he could give a little more of himself and answer some questions about his career, which, of course, he did.

Description: This is an article from The Actuary that discusses the need to reform defined benefit plans. The number of defined benefit plans in the United States has declined significantly over the past 20 years. If Congress overlooks the interests of plan sponsors in its reform, we're likely to witness further erosion of an already weakened defined benefit system, and America's workers would be the ultimate losers.

Description: The hot days of summer are upon us and, with it, the inevitable reference to the dog days of August. All over North America this year, summer began early with heat waves, heat alerts, smog alerts and hurricane and tornado warnings. Admittedly, this is not very encouraging news for our society which is concerned with preservation of life, quality of life and conservation of property. Accordingly, it is a challenge for our profession that prides itself on its ability to accurately calculate the financial impact of natural or catastrophic events on society at large. The Actuary Magazine August 2005

Description: Discusses what a personal actuary is and what one typically does.

Description: This is an article by outgoing Society of Actuaries President, Bruce D. Schobel, reflecting on the Society's accomplishments over the past year and looking ahead at its future plans.

Description: Article discussing the SOA’s current programs and initiatives.

Description: Column describing the SOA’s recent efforts in international outreach.

Description: Article highlighting the activities of the SOA for its members.

Description: October/November 2008 Volume 5 Number 5 Bi-Monthly membership benefit magazine

Description: This is an article about the lack of savings by the baby boomers and how it will affect retirement and the ramifications for Social Security. The author believes that baby boomers will choose to continue to work and alleviate some of the burden on social security.