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SMMC News & Events Blog
This blog highlights news, events, and informative articles on personal finance from University of Illinois System's Student Money Management Center. Feel free to navigate to different categories with the list of topics on the right or search for a specific topic next to the view all link below.

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  • Fact Check Your Debt Challenge - Spring 2025

    by SMMC StaffApr 9, 2025 2:00 pm

    There have been a lot of changes recently that impact student loan borrowers. Can you tell myth from fact in the sea of student loan misinformation? Take the Fact Check Your Debt Quiz by May 1, 2025, to find out.

  • Podcast: [Filing a] Tax Deadline Extension

    by Andrea PellegriniApr 7, 2025 12:00 pm

    In episode 108 of Making Cents of Money, Kimber and Andrea discuss how to file for an extension if you won't meet the April 15th tax-filing deadline.

  • SMMC Grad Hourly Job Openings at Urbana

    by Andrea PellegriniApr 7, 2025 10:00 am

    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 two job openings at Urbana!

    Apply to be an SMMC Support Specialist!

  • Podcast: National Financial Capability Month

    by Andrea PellegriniApr 4, 2025 12:00 pm

    In episode 107 of Making Cents of Money, Kimber and Andrea talk about National Financial Capability Month which runs the entirety of April every year.

  • Podcast: Neurodiversity and Financial Strategies

    by Andrea PellegriniMar 26, 2025 12:00 pm

    In episode 106 of Making Cents of Money, Andrea and Kimber discuss the nuances of neurodiversity as it relates to navigating money management.

  • Webinar Recording: Psychology of Money - Stages of Change

    by SMMC StaffMar 13, 2025 1:00 pm

    Transform your financial habits! Explore the Psychology of Money and the Stages of Change. Learn how to achieve lasting financial well-being.

  • Podcast: Stages of Financial Behavior Change

    by Andrea PellegriniMar 10, 2025 12:00 pm

    In episode 105 of Making Cents of Money, Emily Harmon, Illinois Extension Family Life Educator, joins Kimber & Andrea to delve into the Transtheoretical Model which can help explain why behavior change relating to finances can be challenging.

  • Webinar Recording: Student Loan Management

    by SMMC StaffMar 6, 2025 1:00 pm

    There are many things to be aware of when it comes to managing those loans from application to pay-off (or forgiveness). Learn the terms, tips, and tools to make managing your education debt easier.

  • Job Search Due Diligence in the U.S. – Avoiding Job Scams

    by Kwabena Sarfo AdjeiFeb 25, 2025 10:30 am

    In this article, Kwabena Sarfo Adjei discusses job search due diligence and how job seekers can navigate the perilous journey of landing a dream job while avoiding becoming a victim of a job scam in this digital age.   

  • Webinar Recording: Investing 102 - Risks & Rewards

    by SMMC StaffFeb 20, 2025 1:00 pm

    Take your investing knowledge to the next level! Watch Investing 102 to learn advanced concepts and key tips for successful investing.