New York Insurance Scholars

ALBANY, N.Y.—The New York Insurance Scholarship Foundation, Inc. (NYISF) has named Sameya Ghani, Madelyn Race and Aidan Traver as the 2026–2027 New York Insurance Scholars. Ghani is a graduate student at St. John’s University majoring in enterprise risk management. Race is a junior at Le Moyne College majoring in mathematics with an emphasis on actuarial science and minoring in risk management and insurance. Traver is a junior at Saint Joseph’s University majoring in risk management and insurance and finance.

“The New York Insurance Scholarship Foundation is pleased to recognize Sameya, Madelyn and Aidan as outstanding examples of the next generation of insurance,” Cassandra Anderson, president of NYISF, said. “The New York Insurance Scholars program reflects the property and casualty insurance industry’s commitment to supporting local communities and cultivating the next generation of insurance. This year’s scholars exemplify that spirit through their academic achievement, volunteerism and community engagement.”

The New York Insurance Scholars program supports students by awarding annual scholarships. Scholars are eligible to receive the award for up to two years. The program also provides students with networking opportunities with industry leaders and internship and career resources.

The foundation was created to encourage scholastic achievement, community involvement and a commitment to promoting growth in the industry. “At the New York Insurance Scholarship Foundation, we know how important it is to help shape the leaders of tomorrow,” Anderson said. “NYISF looks to inspire students to contribute meaningfully to New York’s insurance market and policyholders.”

The New York Insurance Scholarship Foundation, Inc. (NYISF) is a charitable organization created by the property and casualty insurance industry that supports students interested in pursuing a career in insurance. The foundation is affiliated with the New York Insurance Association, Inc.