By Student Affairs Communications
Tuesday, 04 02 2024

Get Financially Fit During Money Smart Week!

Every April, Money Smart Week empowers people across the nation to take charge of their finances. With a variety of events and resources offered throughout the week, you can gain the knowledge and skills to make informed personal finance decisions.

This is a great opportunity to learn about topics like budgeting, saving for your goals, managing debt, and building a secure future.

Schedule of Events:

Monday, April 15

• Founders Day Celebration 11:00 am – 1:00 pm, CAB Courtyard
  • Tabling to promote the start of Money Smart Week while discussing budgeting with a fun activity.
• Future-Proof Your Finances: Mastering Investment Accounts 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm, SciTech 169
  • This electrifying presentation is designed to equip you with the essential skills and knowledge to navigate the complexities of investment accounts.

Tuesday, April 16

• AIMM Luncheon & Entrepreneur Speaker 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
  • Luncheon with a speaker to discuss the Entrepreneur mindset.
• The Financial Frontlines: Navigating Money Matters 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
  • is an exhilarating event designed to arm you with the skills and knowledge to conquer your financial goals.

Wednesday, April 17

• Financially Fit: Healthy Eating on a Budget 11:00 am – 1:00 pm Library Collaborative Zone
  • Come cook with Tx AgriLife and learn how to make a healthy meal while staying within your budget.
• Shadowbox Decorating & Goal Setting Workshop 3:30 – 5:00 pm SciTech 165
  • Join the Crafty Jaguars and learn to set Financial Goals while decorating a Shadowbox piggy bank that is yours to keep!

Thursday, April 18

• Financial Resource Educational Extravaganza 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm, CAB Courtyard
  • Join us for this exciting event with games and prizes while hearing about services & resources from Campus Departments & local financial institutions.
• Blazing Budgeting: Ignite your financial goals 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm, SciTech 165
  • Spark your passion for personal finance and set your financial aspirations ablaze. Join us for a presentation that will fan the flames of your budgeting skills and savings strategies.

Friday, April 19

• Money Smart Week Virtual Raffle Drawing 12:00 pm, Instagram Live
  • Tune in to the Mays Center Social Media Channels to watch the raffle drawing for Money Smart Week Big Winner