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Assistant Professor of Mathematics and Economics
Faculty Suite F, Room 2427
Dekun Zhai
Dr. Zhai is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Mathematics and Economics at 糖心logo入口 University. Prior to entering academia, she worked in actuarial consulting and insurance, specializing in solvency assessment, actuarial modeling, and product design. She is committed to advancing actuarial education, mentoring students, and conducting research that informs policy and industry practice in risk and insurance. Dr. Zhai also holds professional designations as an Associate of the Society of Actuaries (ASA), Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), and Financial Risk Manager (FRM).
Degrees Awarded
Ph D, Temple University
Ph D, Temple University
Selected Publications
Feng, Y.,Zhai, D.,Niu, G.,Bishop, J.,Quinn, J., Examining the Financial Impact of Early Retirement and Reduced Contributions due to COVID-19, Compensation & Benefits Review, 2026.
Feng, Y.,Zhai, D.,Niu, G.,Bishop, J.,Quinn, J., Examining the Financial Impact of Early Retirement and Reduced Contributions due to COVID-19, Compensation & Benefits Review, 2026.
Teaching Interests
Life contingencies, financial mathematics, applied analytics, and actuarial statistics at both undergraduate and graduate levels.
Life contingencies, financial mathematics, applied analytics, and actuarial statistics at both undergraduate and graduate levels.
Research Interests
Pension systems, managerial behavior, loss reserve management, and reinsurance.
Pension systems, managerial behavior, loss reserve management, and reinsurance.