Swipe Smart: How to Get (and Use) Your First Credit Card
Date: Wednesday, March 25, 2026 Time: 12:30-1:30 PM Room: Carolina Union, Room 2422 Considering your first credit card, but unsure where to begin? This workshop breaks down what you need […]
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Carolina Union 209 South Rd, Chapel Hill, NC
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Investing 101: A Beginner’s Guide for Students
Date: Thursday, March 5, 2026 Time: 12:30 – 1:15 PM Room: Carolina Union, Room 2422 Description: Think you need to be wealthy to start investing? Think again. This beginner-friendly session is designed for students who want to grow their money over time. We’ll explain the basics of stocks, index funds, and retirement accounts like Roth […]
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Student Loan Repayment 101: What Soon-To-Be Grads Need to Know
Carolina Union 209 South Rd, Chapel Hill, NCDate: Thursday, February 26, 2026 Time: 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM Room: Carolina Union, Room 2422 Graduating soon? This session will help you navigate the transition from student to borrower. Learn when repayment starts, how to pick the right repayment plan, and what options exist for deferment, forbearance, or loan forgiveness. We’ll also cover how […]
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Credit 101: What It Is and Why It Matters
Carolina Union 209 South Rd, Chapel Hill, NCDate: Wednesday, February 18, 2026 Time: 12:15 – 1:00 PM Room: Carolina Union, Room 2422 Your credit score follows you, from student life to your first apartment, car loan, and beyond. In this beginner-friendly workshop, you’ll learn what credit is, how credit scores are calculated, and why they matter. We’ll break down how to build […]
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Protect Your Identity: Stay Safe, Stay Secure
Carolina Union 209 South Rd, Chapel Hill, NCDate: Wednesday, January 28, 2026 Time: 12:30 PM – 1:15 PM Room: Carolina Union, 2422 Scams, hacks, and identity theft are real, and according to the FTC, college students are targets more often than you’d think. Learn how to protect your personal information online and offline. This workshop will cover common scams, how to spot […]
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New Year, New Budget: Your Finance Reset
Carolina Union 209 South Rd, Chapel Hill, NCStart the semester with a clean financial slate. This workshop helps you reset your spending habits and realign your financial goals for the new year. Whether you're aiming to save more, spend less, or keep better track of where your money goes, you'll leave with practical tips and customizable tools to build a realistic and […]
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Student Loan Repayment 101: What Soon-To-Be Grads Need to Know
Carolina Union 209 South Rd, Chapel Hill, NCDate: Wednesday, November 12, 2025 Time: 12:15 PM – 1:15 PM Room: Carolina Union, 2422 Graduating soon? This session will help you navigate the transition from student to borrower. Learn when repayment starts, how to pick the right repayment plan, and what options exist for deferment, forbearance, or loan forgiveness. We’ll also cover how interest […]
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Start Small, Grow Big: Investing Basics for Students
Carolina Union 209 South Rd, Chapel Hill, NCDate: Wednesday, November 5, 2025 Time: 1:15 PM – 2:00 PM Room: Carolina Union, 2422 Think you need to be wealthy to start investing? Think again. This beginner-friendly session is designed for students who want to grow their money over time. We’ll explain the basics of stocks, index funds, and retirement accounts like Roth IRAs—plus […]
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Smart Spending: Budgeting for Real Life
Carolina Union 209 South Rd, Chapel Hill, NCDate: Tuesday, November 4, 2025 Time: 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM Room: Carolina Union, 2423 Budgeting isn’t about restrictions; it’s about making your money work for you. This hands-on workshop covers practical strategies for managing fluctuating income, avoiding common budget pitfalls, and adjusting your spending when life throws curveballs. Perfect for anyone balancing school, work, […]
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Family Feud: Where did the Money Go? (Financial Literacy Edition)
Carolina Union 209 South Rd, Chapel Hill, NCDate: October 31, 2025 Time: 4: 00 PM – 6: 00 PM Room: Carolina Union, 3206 AB Financial Literacy Edition — Parents vs. College Students It’s Gen Z vs. Gen OG in the ultimate financial face-off. Think you know where the money goes? Let’s put that confidence to the test. In this Family Feud-style showdown, […]
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Swipe Smart: How to Get (and Use) Your First Credit Card
Carolina Union 209 South Rd, Chapel Hill, NCDate: Wednesday, October 29, 2025 Time: 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM Room: Carolina Union, 2422 Considering your first credit card, but unsure where to begin? This workshop breaks down what you need to know before you apply. Learn how credit cards work, how to choose the right one, what terms like APR and minimum payment […]
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Protect Your Identity: Stay Safe, Stay Secure
Carolina Union 209 South Rd, Chapel Hill, NCDate: Thursday, October 23, 2025 Time: 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM Room: Carolina Union, 2422 Scams, hacks, and identity theft are real, and according to the FTC, college students are targets more often than you’d think. Learn how to protect your personal information online and offline. This workshop will cover common scams, how to spot […]