college-financial-plan-week - Financial Wellness Center

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About

College Financial Week is designed to help students build awareness and confidence in managing their finances throughout their college journey. Through a week of interactive workshops, expert panels, and informational sessions, students will learn how to proactively plan for their financial future. Whether you are just starting college or preparing for graduation, College Financial Week provides the knowledge and resources to make informed financial decisions and set yourself up for long-term success.

Date

September 28 - October 2, 2026

2026 Events Schedule

Money Monday

Date: Monday, September 28^th

Time: 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Union Patio

Description: Kickoff College Financial Plan Week with Money Monday. Explore resources, discover opportunities to strengthen your financial future, and learn how to connect with support throughout the week at our interactive table.

Tip Tuesday

Date: Tuesday, September 29^th

Time: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

East Ballroom

Description: Feel overwhelmed by student loans? Join us for a free lunch and explore recent loan changes, understand what they mean for you, and discover resources to help you navigate college.

Financial Wellness Wednesday: Discussion Panel

Date: Wednesday, September 30^th

Time: 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

Union Ballroom

Description: Join us for our second annual panel discussion, where you will hear from fellow students and U experts on topics spanning from Scholarships and financial aid to finding your community in college. Free lunch will be provided.

Thrive Thursday

Date: Thursday, October 1^st

Time: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

East Ballroom

Description: College is a great start to start building your credit score. Join our community partners, Lexington Law Firm & Credit.com, where you will learn simple strategies to start building or repairing your credit. Lunch will be provided.

Financial Self-Care Friday

Date: Friday, October 2^nd

Time: 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Union 410

Description: Practice Financial Self-care with a Money Date at the Financial Wellness Center. Meet 1:1 with a Peer Mentor for personalized help with budgeting, student loans, credit, and more. Enjoy free coffee and donuts while you plan for your financial future.