Michael Kougang

Performed actuarial analysis and supported data validation and regulatory reporting. Utilized Excel, VBA, and SQL to develop analytical tools and automate workflows.

• Served on the Student Services Fee Committee, a group of students responsible for providing funding recommendations to student groups, administrative units, media groups, and student government groups on the Twin Cities Campus.
• Worked collaboratively with other committee members to evaluate student group event budgets and determine funding requests.
• Participated in the appeals process for fu

Worked as Actuarial Analyst Intern at Optum.

• Led the University of Minnesota Actuary Club as President, overseeing all club operations and events.
• Organized and facilitated weekly meetings, guest speaker events, and networking opportunities for club members.
• Coordinated with other student organizations and outside partners to plan and execute joint events, including professional development workshops and industry tours.
• Managed the c

Worked as Member at University of Minnesota Actuary Club.

• Analyzed loss and claim triangles to further my understanding of selecting ultimate losses in a reserve analysis
• Developed my understanding of IBNR
• Examined the process of selecting a loss cost based on a firm’s loss history

Pursued a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics with a specialization in Financial Mathematics and Actuarial Science from 2022 to 2025.