blog posts Credit Cards and Travel Apr 7, 2023 1:00 pm68 views Travel credit cards have become very popular, offering a wide range of benefits if you use them wisely. Read on to learn about the pros and cons of using credit cards during travel and strategies for responsible credit card use. Know What You Owe Challenge - Spring 2022 Apr 1, 2022 12:00 pm69 views About half of students at the University of Illinois take out loans to fund their degrees. Make sure you're not surprised by the amount of student loans you have taken out when you graduate by taking the Know What You Owe Challenge which runs April 1 - May 1, 2022. Summer 2020 #UIMoney Tweet Chat Series Jun 2, 2020 12:30 pm78 views SMMC is hosting several tweet chats this summer to help our students, alumni, and friends prepare for a variety of financial transitions during a time filled with uncertainty. Refinancing an International Education Loan in the United States Sep 28, 2023 10:00 am78 views Suhas Vetri Annamalai, SMMC Support Specialist and student at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign's College of Law, discusses multiple factors to consider when deciding if refinancing your international student loan in the U.S. is the right choice for you. Get $avvy - Grow Your Green $tuff Webinars Jul 2, 2020 12:00 pm81 views The 2020-2021 Get Savvy: Grow Your Green Stuff annual webinar series schedule is out. Register today and #GetSavvy. UISAVES Week 2: Small Amounts Add Up Feb 22, 2020 11:30 am86 views An important part of building a savings habit is understanding how small amounts add up. Travel Planning Templates Jul 6, 2021 3:45 pm88 views Getting excited to travel? You can use these templates to help get your planning started for your next trip! Podcast: Paying for College with Scholarships Nov 18, 2022 12:00 pm91 views In episode 52 of Making Cents of Money, Nikki and Andrea talk to special guest, Kara Holloway, Director of Scholarships at UIC, about paying for college with scholarships. Understand Your Refund - Spring 2024 Feb 1, 2024 7:00 am93 views Many students end up unable to register every semester because they owe money back to the university, even after receiving a refund. Learn answers to frequently asked questions about refunds. Podcast: Budgeting Jun 17, 2021 12:00 pm93 views In episode 20 of Making Cents of Money, Budgeting, Nikki, Andrea, and Jake cover a few of the most popular budgeting (or spending plan, if you prefer) methods to help you think about building a financial plan. Gratitude & Personal Finances Nov 18, 2022 3:45 pm95 views There are so many things to be grateful for in this life. As we go into the holiday season, in this article we will discuss about how gratitude impacts our finances. Publications & Resources Addressing Consumer Needs in U.S. During COVID-19 Apr 7, 2020 2:00 pm97 views We've compiled a list of federal websites & resources related to the COVID-19 pandemic that may be helpful in addressing some of your financial questions. Know What You Owe Challenge Jun 15, 2019 11:45 pm97 views Over half of students at the University of Illinois take out loans to fund their degrees. Make sure you're not surprised by the amount of student loans you have taken out when you graduate by taking the Know What You Owe Challenge. UISAVES 2020 runs February 16 - March 7! Feb 13, 2020 12:15 pm106 views The overall goal of UISAVES is to create a culture of savings at our three universities – University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, University of Illinois at Chicago, and University of Illinois at Springfield. Read on to learn what we're doing for the 2020 campaign! Get $avvy - Grow Your Green $tuff Webinars for 2021-2022 Jun 29, 2021 12:00 pm106 views The 2021-2022 Get Savvy: Grow Your Green Stuff annual webinar series schedule is out. Register today and #GetSavvy. 6 Considerations for Finding Funding During COVID-19 Oct 2, 2020 4:45 pm106 views Finding money for your education, especially grad school, can be more difficult now. Read the 6 considerations for finding funding during COVID-19 to learn about searching for fellowships. Podcast: Student Loans Apr 13, 2021 12:00 pm111 views Episode 16 of Making Cents of Money, Student Loans, lays out some student loan statistics, considerations, and protections for borrowers in preparation for our webinar on Student Loan Repayment tomorrow! Spring 2019 Understand Your Refund Quiz Jan 15, 2019 9:45 am112 views Hundreds of students end up unable to register every semester because they owe money back to the university, even after receiving a refund. Learn how to avoid being one of them. Know What You Owe Challenge - Spring 2024 Apr 1, 2024 8:00 am116 views About half of students at the University of Illinois take out loans to fund their degrees. Make sure you're not surprised by the amount of student loans you have taken out when you graduate by taking the Know What You Owe Challenge which runs April 1 - May 1, 2024. Know What You Owe Challenge Nov 15, 2020 12:00 pm116 views About half of students at the University of Illinois take out loans to fund their degrees. Make sure you're not surprised by the amount of student loans you have taken out when you graduate by taking the Know What You Owe Challenge. Get $avvy - Grow Your Green $tuff Webinar Series (Spring 2020) Jan 29, 2020 8:00 am117 views The Spring 2020 Get Savvy: Grow Your Green Stuff webinar series schedule is out. Register today and #GetSavvy. Podcast Partnership Launching with Illinois Division of Financial & Professional Regulation! Aug 31, 2020 9:15 am117 views A new podcast launched today, Making Cents of Money, co-hosted by our very own Andrea Pellegrini and Illinois Division of Financial & Professional Regulation's Nikki Giancola-Shanks! Behavioral Economics: Five Ways to Shift Your Habits Nov 8, 2023 4:00 pm119 views When considering decision-making in terms of your finances, it’s important to understand behavioral economics so we can develop healthier spending habits and save money along the way. UISAVES Week 1: Goal-setting Feb 16, 2020 11:30 am120 views A strong foundation to any financial plan are goals. Set a goal with #UISAVES to connect with resources to help. universityillinoissaves.org Friday the 13th! Financial Planning to Avoid Unlucky Losses Mar 13, 2020 10:00 am125 views Friday the 13th is often considered an unlucky day, but let's talk about how to improve your luck with personal finance! Banking Locations Near Each University Jun 14, 2023 9:30 am125 views Looking for a financial institution on campus? Explore our Google Map for locations on or close to each campus in the University of Illinois System. Understand Your Refund - Fall 2023 Sep 1, 2023 1:00 pm125 views Hundreds of students end up unable to register every semester because they owe money back to the university, even after receiving a refund. Learn how to avoid being one of them. ESG: Investing in Values to Make the World a Better Place Oct 4, 2022 4:30 pm129 views Investing has become more than just seeking financial returns. It can be a means to support organizations, projects, and companies that align with your values. Read on to learn more about ESG and what it means to consumer influence. Know What You Owe Challenge Dec 15, 2019 11:45 pm130 views Over half of students at the University of Illinois take out loans to fund their degrees. Make sure you're not surprised by the amount of student loans you have taken out when you graduate by taking the Know What You Owe Challenge. Understand Your Refund Challenge - Spring 2020 Jan 23, 2020 4:00 pm131 views Hundreds of students end up unable to register every semester because they owe money back to the university, even after receiving a refund. Learn how to avoid being one of them. How I Avoided a Phone Call Scam in My First Week in the United States Jul 25, 2023 3:30 pm145 views This article is meant to put people, particularly first-time travellers in the United States (US), on alert on the activities of phone call scammers. Top 5 Financial Reminders for International Students Jun 1, 2020 5:45 pm148 views Tuition & fees will be due before you know it, so here are the top 5 financial reminders for International Students. Know What You Owe Challenge Apr 1, 2021 12:00 pm159 views About half of students at the University of Illinois take out loans to fund their degrees. Make sure you're not surprised by the amount of student loans you have taken out when you graduate by taking the Know What You Owe Challenge which runs April 1 - May 1, 2021. Podcast: Saving for College with a 529 Savings Plan Feb 10, 2021 12:00 pm162 views Episode 11 of Making Cents of Money, Saving for College with a 529 Savings Plan, explored 529 plans, including how they function, a bit on their history, and how they differ from other savings vehicles. Listen to special guests, Fernando Diaz and John Mitchell, from the Illinois Treasurer's Office to learn more about options in Illinois. Understand Your Refund - Spring 2023 Feb 1, 2023 1:00 pm166 views Hundreds of students end up unable to register every semester because they owe money back to the university, even after receiving a refund. Learn how to avoid being one of them. How to Support Wellness While Virtual Mar 18, 2020 4:15 pm170 views Learn ways to enhance your overall wellness in a virtual environment. Know What You Owe Challenge - Fall 2021 Nov 15, 2021 12:00 pm170 views About half of students at the University of Illinois take out loans to fund their degrees. Make sure you're not surprised by the amount of student loans you have taken out when you graduate by taking the Know What You Owe Challenge which runs November 15 - December 15, 2021. The 5 C's: A Guide to Self-Care on a Budget Sep 18, 2020 12:00 pm174 views We put together a few tips in an effort to add to your ideas and/or motivate you to start practicing self-care/self-love on a budget! Financial Socialization and Influences of K-12 Financial Education on Adult Financial Decisions Apr 8, 2022 11:30 am204 views Financial socialization, as well as formal financial education in the early stages of life, do influence adult attitudes, habits, and decisions concerning money. Looking at what state legislation exists in promoting K-12 financial education as well as resources for policymakers and parents in providing spaces for early exposure to financial education may help. Get $avvy - Grow Your Green $tuff Webinar Series Aug 14, 2018 8:00 am206 views The 2018-2019 Get Savvy: Grow Your Green Stuff annual webinar series schedule is out. Register today and #GetSavvy. Understand Your Refund - Fall 2022 Sep 1, 2022 1:00 pm224 views Hundreds of students end up unable to register every semester because they owe money back to the university, even after receiving a refund. Learn how to avoid being one of them. Practicing Self-Advocacy in Your Financial, Professional and Social Life Mar 29, 2021 4:30 pm233 views Self-advocacy is an important skill to practice, particularly right now. Whether it's getting the resources you need to succeed in school or setting boundaries with your loved ones so you can focus on your own well-being, it's important to communicate with others about your needs, wants, and struggles throughout your life. Changes to Financial Coaching Jun 15, 2020 2:45 pm238 views We're restructuring our services to better meet the needs of our stakeholders: students, their families, and employees across the University of Illinois System. Read about what that means for financial coaching! Identifying Expenses: Fixed, Flexible, or Occasional? Aug 7, 2023 1:30 pm245 views If you're looking for a better understanding of how to categorize expenses in your budget or spending plan, explore the differences between fixed, flexible, and occassional costs. SMMC Grad Hourly Job Opening at UIUC May 13, 2022 3:00 pm249 views Are you looking for an opportunity to enhance your professional skills while in school as well as your knowledge of personal finance? University Bursar's Student Money Management Center has an open position at Urbana! Apply to be an SMMC Support Specialist! Biden Student Loan Cancellation & PSLF Limited Waiver Sep 15, 2022 1:00 pm257 views Not all federal student loan forgiveness programs are the same. We want to draw your attention to an upcoming deadline to be aware of if you work in public service and will still have a balance after the Biden student loan cancellations are processed. Top Tips for Tax-Filing Mar 1, 2017 8:00 am260 views International Student Financial Wellness Survey Nov 1, 2018 10:00 pm265 views The University of Illinois Student Money Management Center developed a survey specifically for international students to learn about your unique financial struggles and habits because of how important you are to the community and enriching diversity for all three of our universities in the University of Illinois System. Virtual Financial Education Mar 18, 2020 1:00 pm266 views We put together a list of ways you can enhance your financial knowledge through virtual means as well as a few tips if you're teaching online for the first time. Understand Your Refund - Spring 2021 Jan 28, 2021 3:30 pm278 views Hundreds of students end up unable to register every semester because they owe money back to the university, even after receiving a refund. Learn how to avoid being one of them.
