Finance
A Financial U
Making responsible decisions to live within your means and setting financial goals today that will positively impact your financial future. A financially well person has an understanding of their financial situation. This involves the process of learning how to successfully manage financial expenses. Money plays a critical role in our lives and not having enough of it impacts health as well as academic performance.
Tips on Improving Your Financial Wellness
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Think long-term by starting a savings account
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Plan for the future (Paying back student loans)
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Use credit cards only in emergencies
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Buy used books
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Choose the right meal plan so you aren't spending extra money on food
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Save gas money and walk or ride your bike to class- Campus Walking Map
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Use student discounts to your advantage
Helpful Services on Campus
The WKU Center for Financial Success offers free peer-to-peer financial counseling and financial presentations for WKU students and community members. https://www.wku.edu/cfs/ has resources on budgeting, credit cards, and student loans. Visit http://wkucenterforfinancialsuccess.blog.wku.edu/. for "Finance Friday" videos and financial blog posts every Wednesday.
Upcoming Events:
Psychological Skills for Helping Self, Relationships, & Communication-Emotion Regulation
- Location: Zoom
- Time: 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Psychological Skills for Helping Self, Relationships, & Communication-Distress Tolerance
- Location: Zoom
- Time: 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Thank you to our Sponsors:
Funded by: J. Clifford Todd, Professor in Longevity & Healthful Living Fund
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