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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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  • Webinar Recording: Money, Stress, & Bad Habits

    by SMMC StaffMay 1, 2024 1:00 pm

    Understand the connection between money, stress, and bad habits. Learn strategies to manage stress, break free from detrimental financial behaviors, and cultivate a healthier relationship with money.

  • Variable Insurance: Protection Product or Security?

    by Suhas Vetri AnnamalaiApr 26, 2024 3:45 pm

    Learn about how variable insurance differs from traditional whole and term life insurance policies and what to keep in mind if you are considering variable insurance.

  • Podcast: Free Financial Education Resources for Illinois Residents

    by Andrea PellegriniApr 22, 2024 12:00 pm

    In episode 82 of Making Cents of Money, Free Financial Education Resources for Illinois Residents, Maggie Owen from the Illinois State Treasurer's Office joins us to discuss all the financial education programs Illinois has for residents. 

  • Podcast: April 30th Student Loan Deadline

    by Andrea PellegriniApr 8, 2024 12:00 pm

    In episode 81 of Making Cents of Money, April 30th Student Loan Deadline, we discuss a critical deadline for FFEL, Perkins, or Health Education Assistance Loans (HEAL) borrowers on income-driven repayment (IDR) plans. 

  • Webinar Recording: Student Loan Management

    by SMMC StaffApr 3, 2024 1:00 pm

    Learn how to navigate your student loan journey. Understand crucial terms, tips, and tools for managing your education debt.

  • Know What You Owe Challenge - Spring 2024

    by SMMC StaffApr 1, 2024 8:00 am

    About half of students at the University of Illinois take out loans to fund their degrees. Make sure you're not surprised by the amount of student loans you have taken out when you graduate by taking the Know What You Owe Challenge which runs April 1 - May 1, 2024.

  • Podcast: Building Wealth After Graduation

    by Andrea PellegriniMar 25, 2024 12:00 pm

    In episode 80 of Making Cents of Money, Building Wealth After Graduation, Donovan Sanchez returns to talk about how to navigate juggling multiple goals during the transition to life after college.

  • Podcast: What Happens When a Bank Fails?

    by Andrea PellegriniMar 11, 2024 12:00 pm

    In episode 79 of Making Cents of Money, What Happens When a Bank Fails?, Chicago City Comptroller and former Illinois Director of Banking, Chasse Rehwinkel joins us to discuss recent incidents of bank failure and how these differed from others in history.

  • Webinar Recording: Save Money on Food

    by SMMC StaffMar 6, 2024 1:00 pm

    Hungry for savings? Uncover tricks for affordable dining. Say goodbye to overspending and hello to tasty savings. 

  • Podcast: Is Crypto the Wild West?

    by Andrea PellegriniFeb 26, 2024 12:00 pm

    In episode 78 of Making Cents of Money, Is Crypto the Wild West?, David DeCarlo and Jake Hamilton join us to discuss what regulation does and does not exist for consumers regarding crypto.