SPRING 2017 EDUCATIONAL OUTREACH CALENDAR

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1 SPRING 2017 EDUCATIONAL OUTREACH CALENDAR WORKSHOPS Denton on a Dime Lead: Maegan Want to save money and enjoy all Denton has to offer? This workshop provides information on free events, local dining specials, and free/cheap activities you can enjoy on campus and around Denton. Tuesday Jan 17 3:00-4:00PM GAB 104 Soaring To Success With Student Loans Lead: Paul ALL STUDENTS ACCEPTING STUDENT LOANS NEED TO ATTEND THIS SESSION. This workshop provides incoming freshmen with a detailed explanation of the student loan borrowing process from determining your borrowing needs to acceptance to future repayment obligations. Specific topics include: types of Federal student loans, borrowing limits, Department of Education expectations, and your rights and responsibilities as a borrower. Tuesday Jan 18 11:00AM-12:00PM Willis Computer Lab Wednesday Jan 19 3:30-4:30PM Willis Computer Lab Study Abroad-Dolla Dolla BILL$ Learn how to fund a Study Abroad trip through a fun, interactive game. You'll learn about scholarships, financial aid and other funding resources. If you plan right you can easily afford to study abroad. Wednesday Jan 18 1:00-2:00PM Curry 203 How To Afford An Org Thinking about joining an organization on campus? Want to go Greek? Are you wondering if you can afford it? SMMC can help. Attend this workshop to discover different ways to fund your membership in any student org. Wednesday Jan 18 4:00-5:00PM BLB 90 Discover a Career in Personal Finance Lead: Cyle Did you know that a personal financial advisor earns an average salary of $59,245 per year? Are you good with people and numbers? If so, you may enjoy a career in personal finance! Come learn about some of the different career options in one of the fastest growing fields in the US. Thursday Jan 19 2:00-3:00PM PHYS 102 College Survival Start the semester right by joining UPC, Student Money Management, and UNT's Registered Dietician by picking up skills you might not learn in class. Learn budgeting, creating healthy snacks, and sewing skills. Walk away with the basic survival skills to get through the semester and beyond. Food, prizes, sewing kits, and more! Tuesday Jan 24 12:00-2:00PM Union 314 Tax Preparation: Special Session for International Students Getting prepared to file your taxes, and not sure where to begin? Join the SMMC in partnership with Denton United Way s Volunteer Income Tax Assistance to learn how to get started. This workshop will cover the forms needed, how to file, and where to seek out additional help. This workshop is only for International students. Tuesday Jan 31 5:00-6:00PM BLB 225 SMMC SPRING 2017 EDUCATIONAL OUTREACH CALENDAR 1

2 Shopping Healthy on a Budget Join the Student Money Management Center and the UNT Dietician on an exciting field trip to a grocery store as we show you how to shop for healthy food while being budget conscious. Learn what to look for on food labels in order to choose between brand names or generic brands. Make those New Year s Resolutions into reality! RSVP required due to limited space. CALL TO RESERVE. Tuesday Jan 31 4:00-5:30PM Winco Treasurers Training Treasurers Training is an interactive workshop sponsored by the Student Money Management Center and Student Activities Center. This mandatory training is to help student organization treasurers and financial officers learn how to effectively manage their organization's money. Discussion includes: building an organization/chapter budget, getting financially organized, and transitioning your financial responsibilities to a new treasurer. Wednesday Feb 1 2:00-3:00PM BLB 50 Get Cash Now: Ways to Make a Buck Lead: Becca Are you a broke college kid in need of a way to make some cash? We ll give you over 20 ways to make money while still being a full-time student. I made $70 researching this presentation, come see how you can do the same! Wednesday Feb 1 3:00-4:00PM WH 111 Love & Money Relationships evolve from a wealth of love, not a wealth of money. Learn how to balance the aspect of money within any type of relationship and what you and your partner can do to ensure shared values and priorities when it comes to your shared financial life. Refreshments provided. Tuesday Feb 2 3:00-4:00PM BLB 50 Tax Prep: Filing, Forms, and Tax Refunds Oh My! Getting prepared to file your taxes and not sure where to begin? Join the Student Money Management Center in partnership with Denton United Way s Volunteer Income Tax Assistance to learn how to get started. This workshop will cover forms needed, how to file, and where to seek out additional help. Wednesday Feb 8 1:00-2:00PM WH 212 Fundraising 101: Affordable and Easy Ideas Lead: Bethany Looking to hold an event or program on campus but do not have the funds to rent the space or purchase food? Join Student Activities and Student Money Management to hear fundraising ideas that are easy and manageable while still following all university policies and local, state and federal laws. Thursday Feb 9 12:30-1:30PM Mathews 108 Lunch & Learn: Build Your Credit Credit can be an essential part of one s financial life, from credit cards to mortgages. Credit can help or hinder your financial goals. Join us for lunch to discover how best to establish and manage good credit, what steps to take to build a strong credit history and score, and the role that credit can play in your financial life. Lunch will be provided. Wednesday Mar 1 1:00-2:00PM BLB 155 SMMC SPRING 2017 EDUCATIONAL OUTREACH CALENDAR 2

3 SPF 17: Spring Break Protection Spring Break is right around the corner! If you re staying close to home or heading to the beach come celebrate with games, food, and much more. Visit the Student Money Management Center, SARC, and the Meadows Health and Wellness Center to find out how to enjoy Spring Break without getting burned. Wednesday Mar 8 11:00AM-1:00PM Sage Hall Lawn How To Buy Your First Car Lead: Joseph Buying any vehicle whether it s a car, truck, or motorcycle can be one of the most expensive and anxiety-filled purchases you will make in life. It s important not to have buyer s remorse. Learn how to successfully plan and research the purchase of a vehicle whether new or used. Topics include: comparing needs and wants, budgeting, financing and credit, negotiating, insurance, and maintenance costs. Tuesday Mar 21 2:00-3:00PM TBD Don t Break the Bank Lead: Maegan & Stephen Having trouble saving? Don t Break the Bank! Take a swing at the piggy piñata for prizes and decorate your very own piggy bank while learning about resources to help you save money! Thursday Mar 30 11:00AM-1:00PM Sage Hall Lawn Freelance Finance Lead: Becca Are you pursuing a career in the arts, journalism, or another field where variable income from variable sources is more common than the 8-5 grind? Learn know how to budget, track your business expenses and plan for retirement without the security of a single employer. With some planning you can make it financially in a freelance world. Monday Apr 3 4:00-5:00PM Bruce Concert Hall Wedding on a Budget Lead: Bethany Did you know that the average wedding cost in the United States is $26,645? Learn how you can have the wedding or commitment ceremony of your dreams without creating a future of debt. We ll teach you different DIY s to keep costs down, help you develop a budget, and much more! Tuesday Apr 13 5:00-6:00PM WH 122 Eating Healthy on a Budget Join the Student Money Management Center and the UNT Dietician for an interactive workshop where you will learn how to cook a healthy and affordable meal. Eating on a budget can be a rich experience for both your taste buds and wallet. Tuesday Apr 25 4:00-5:00PM Chestnut 324 SPECIAL EVENTS Money Month 2K17 Lead: Bethany/Meagan/Cyle/Joseph Money Month is a month of dedicated educational programs and events that help college students improve their personal financial lives, knowledge, and skills. This year s program was made possible through the generous support of Wells Fargo. Be on the lookout for lots of fun events, workshops, and prizes! Monday Apr 3-28 All Month SMMC SPRING 2017 EDUCATIONAL OUTREACH CALENDAR 3

4 Financial Intelligence Training Lead: Becca/Cyle/Joseph Want to increase your personal finance skills? Financial Intelligence Training is for you. This 3 week personal finance class will teach you how to set goals, budget, manage credit and debt, and plan for your future. You ll also receive an individual coaching session with advice specific to your situation and goals. Attendees will receive a Financial Intelligence Training certificate. Classes are FREE for all students. Wednesday Feb 8,15,22 5:00-6:20PM BLB 170 Thursday Feb 9,16,23 2:00-3:20PM BLB 080 Investigating Investing Lead: Becca/Cyle/Joseph Want to start investing, but have no idea where to start? Plan to attend our two-week investing basics workshop to understand basic investment terms, identify your unique risk tolerance(s), and recognize different types of investment products (including 401(k)s, stocks, bonds, Roth IRAs, and mutual funds). Wednesday Apr 5, 12 4:00-5:20PM [LOCATION]? Salary Negotiation: Closing the Gender Gap Women working full time in the United States typically are paid just 80 percent of what men are paid, a gap of 20 percent. For women of color, the gap can be even wider. Created for working women, the Start Smart Program is an interactive workshop that teaches women to evaluate, negotiate, and articulate their worth in the job market. Whether entering the job market, striving for a promotion, asking for a raise, or negotiating a new salary, attendees will learn how to conduct objective research to establish an equitable target salary. This workshop is only for College of Merchandising, Hospitality and Tourism students. TBD Apr TBD TBD TBD Living the Dream: Real Talk. Lead: Cyle/Joseph It s time to grow up. You ve spent years in college, and now that you are headed to the real world do you know how to manage your money? Can you make and stick to a budget or know how much to contribute to a 401(k) Plan? How about building up an emergency fund? To help you learn the money skills you will need to make it as an adult, join the Student Money Management Center, Student Counseling & Testing, and the Career Center for a workshop featuring TD Ameritrade Interns who will help you learn what you need to know for your personal financial life beyond UNT. Be prepared to live the dream. TBD TBD TBD TBD TBD TBD TBD TBD Personal Coaching Sessions Lead: Danielle Have a money question and need to talk to someone about your personal finances? Our trained coaches of professionals and peer mentors are here to help you make sense of the dollars and cents in your life. Whether it s a question about your financial aid awards, creating a budget to live on, unpaid balance in your student account, a bill you can t pay, preparing for life after graduation, or any money question on your mind our money coaches are here to help. CALL SMMC TO SCHEDULE A SESSION WITH YOUR PERSONAL MONEY COACH TODAY! SMMC Study Abroad Coaching Sessions Interested in studying English in England? Engineering in Ecuador? Business in Belgium? Risk Management in Russia? A study abroad experience can be the highlight of a college experience. For many students financial obstacles stand in their path. This special coaching session provides students with a thorough understanding of program costs and resources for funding opportunities. CALL SMMC TO SCHEDULE YOUR SESSION TODAY! SMMC SPRING 2017 EDUCATIONAL OUTREACH CALENDAR 4

5 SMMC Student Loan Exit Counseling Lead: Paul Exit counseling is required for all student loan borrowers when they graduate, leave school, or drop below halftime enrollment. This special 30-minute one-on-one session provides important information you need to prepare to repay your federal student loan(s). You session fulfills the Department of Education s mandatory requirement and will remove the counseling block from your student account. CALL SMMC TO SCHEDULE YOUR SESSION TODAY! SMMC SPRING 2017 EDUCATIONAL OUTREACH CALENDAR 5