At the Financial Wellness Center, our goal is to help you gain the confidence and knowledge you need to make smart financial decisions during and after college. We want you to get a head start on your future.
We're Here to Help
Many students have little to no financial experience after graduation. It can take five to seven years for graduates to build credit, make sound money habits, and invest in their futures. The Financial Wellness Center exists to get you financially prepared before you take your next steps off campus. Interact with educators online, attend upcoming events, and/or schedule an individual coaching appointment to start tackling your finances. We want to make your transition into the real world as smooth as possible.
Resources
Budgeting
Budgeting is a great place to start your financial wellness journey. Learn how to manage your income expenses, daily spending, and establish a long-term budgeting plan. Learn more
Obtaining Scholarships
Scholarships can significantly lower your educational costs. Gain helpful tools, resources, and strategies on scholarship applications so you can get as much financial aid as possible. Learn more
Student Loans
Student loan debt can be a pain after graduation. Start creating a plan for student loan debt now to reduce stress and avoid unforeseen financial issues down the road. Learn more
Credit Management
Start building your credit and protecting your identity now to save thousands of dollars in the future. We can show you some easy steps to help you establish credit and get a jumpstart on investments. Learn more
Saving and Investing
Save up for the future and make smart investments. We'll teach you the fundamentals of saving and investing so you can make the most out of your dollar. Learn more
Preparing for Post-Grad Life
Jumping into the real world can be intimidating. We can help you master salary negotiations, wages, taxes, car buying, and other important financial processes so you'll be prepared after graduation. Learn more
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Bring your friends to the FWC to compete in a game of Financial Wellness Jeopardy and win a Duck Store gift card! The game will focus on the financial topics of student loans, credit building, budgeting, and investing. Snack on our goodies and have fun in a friendly competition. All teams will learn but only one can win in the end!
Sign up here for the event: https://connect.uoregon.edu/portal/financialwellness
5:30–7:00 p.m.
Join Cheryl Young, Managing Director of Associates at Rockefeller Capital Management, for an empowering women's event. Discover essential finance insights tailored to women, learn to build wealth, and set yourself on a path to financial success. Don't miss this chance to take control of your financial future! Learn essential strategies for building wealth as a woman and set yourself up for financial success.
Speaker Bio: Cheryl Young, a Managing Director at Rockefeller Capital Management in Silicon Valley since 1998, leads an elite 8-person team dedicated to comprehensive wealth management. Recognized as a top advisor for over a decade, Cheryl's expertise has earned her consistent rankings in Forbes, including #1 in Forbes 2022 Best-In-State Wealth Advisors in Northern CA (High Net Worth) and #2 in Forbes 2021 Top 1,000 Women Wealth Advisors. Her insights have been featured in prominent publications including The Wall Street Journal, Forbes, and Barron’s. Managing over $1.7B in assets, Cheryl's expertise spans options, executive compensation, retirement income, and estate planning. Passionate about women's financial literacy, she advocates for financial independence and holds certifications including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (CFP©) and Chartered Financial Consultant© (ChFC©).
Sign up here for the event: https://connect.uoregon.edu/portal/financialwellness
4:00–5:00 p.m.
Want to begin establishing credit but don’t know where to start? Join us at the FWC and prep for the summer break by learning about credit basics and how to build smart financial habits! We'll cover various topics and help increase your credit score in the long run. By the end of the workshop, you will be more confident in efficiently building your credit.
Sign up here for the event: https://connect.uoregon.edu/portal/financialwellness
4:00–6:00 p.m.
Stop by the Financial Wellness Center to learn about personal finance resources and financial wellness tips from our Peer Financial Coaches. Get any of your questions answered or come in without any specific topics in mind. We’ll cover budgeting, saving, investing, credit, protecting, and more. Attendees will be able to enjoy snacks, music, and games!
Sign up here for the event: https://connect.uoregon.edu/portal/financialwellness
5:00–6:00 p.m.
Come in and learn about how to make expensive side hustles and hobbies accessible for you! Whether you’re interested in photography, fixing up cars, or anything in between, come and learn how to make your passion happen. We will help you get started by discussing budgeting and searching for affordable opportunities.
Sign up here for the event: https://connect.uoregon.edu/portal/financialwellness