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National Money Smart Week

Get Financially Fit During Money Smart Week!

Every April, Money Smart Week empowers people across the nation to take charge of their finances. With a variety of events and resources offered throughout the week, you can gain the knowledge and skills to make informed personal finance decisions.

This is a great opportunity to learn about topics like budgeting, saving for your goals, managing debt, and building a secure future.

Schedule of Events:

Monday, April 15

  • Founders Day Celebration 11:00 am – 1:00 pm, CAB Courtyard
    • Tabling to promote the start of Money Smart Week while discussing budgeting with a fun activity.
  • Future-Proof Your Finances: Mastering Investment Accounts 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm, SciTech 169
    • This electrifying presentation is designed to equip you with the essential skills and knowledge to navigate the complexities of investment accounts.

Tuesday, April 16

  • AIMM Luncheon & Entrepreneur Speaker 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
    • Luncheon with a speaker to discuss the Entrepreneur mindset.
  • The Financial Frontlines: Navigating Money Matters 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
    • is an exhilarating event designed to arm you with the skills and knowledge to conquer your financial goals.

Wednesday, April 17

  • Financially Fit: Healthy Eating on a Budget 11:00 am – 1:00 pm Library Collaborative Zone
    • Come cook with Tx AgriLife and learn how to make a healthy meal while staying within your budget.
  • Shadowbox Decorating & Goal Setting Workshop 3:30 – 5:00 pm SciTech 165
    • Join the Crafty Jaguars and learn to set Financial Goals while decorating a Shadowbox piggy bank that is yours to keep!

Thursday, April 18

  • Financial Resource Educational Extravaganza 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm, CAB Courtyard
    • Join us for this exciting event with games and prizes while hearing about services & resources from Campus Departments & local financial institutions.
  • Blazing Budgeting: Ignite your financial goals 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm, SciTech 165
    • Spark your passion for personal finance and set your financial aspirations ablaze. Join us for a presentation that will fan the flames of your budgeting skills and savings strategies.

Friday, April 19

  • Money Smart Week Virtual Raffle Drawing 12:00 pm, Instagram Live
    • Tune in to the Mays Center Social Media Channels to watch the raffle drawing for Money Smart Week Big Winner