About Hudson

My Story

My path to actuarial science has been a little unconventional.

I originally studied music theory, where I found myself increasingly drawn to the analytical side of music. I enjoyed breaking down complex pieces, identifying patterns, and understanding the logic behind how different musical ideas fit together. Over time, I realized that it was the analytical process itself that fascinated me most—and I began looking for a way to put that side of my mind to work in a broader setting.

My brother, who was studying to become an actuary, introduced me to the profession. The combination of mathematics, logic, statistics, and real-world problem solving immediately appealed to me, and I decided to make the transition from music into actuarial science.

*This might be a small exaggeration

I graduated in December and have since been preparing for a career in the actuarial field while working as a substitute teacher. Along the way, I've passed both Exam FM and Exam P, preparing for each entirely through independent study and online resources. Teaching myself the material has given me not only a strong foundation in the technical side of actuarial science, but also a great deal of confidence in my ability to learn challenging material independently.

I'm excited to bring the analytical mindset I developed through music theory into a new discipline. Although my background is unconventional, I see it as an advantage: studying music taught me to recognize structure, think critically, and approach complicated systems from multiple perspectives. I'm looking forward to applying those skills as I continue developing my actuarial career.