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Workshops Offered by ACC’s Student Money Management Office<\/h2>\n

Finding the Money: A Scholarship Workshop<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Dates: <\/strong>March 26 & April 14<\/p>\n

Time:<\/strong> Noon – 2pm<\/p>\n

Finding the Money<\/strong> breaks down the ACC’s Scholarship Application step-by-step. We\u2019ll walk through what you need, how to get started, and tips to make your application stronger\u2014so you feel confident, prepared, and less stressed about applying for scholarships.<\/p>\n

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Credit Mastery: Expert Tips for Managing Your Credit <\/strong><\/h3>\n

Date:\u00a0<\/strong>April 3rd or<\/strong> 17th<\/p>\n

Time:<\/strong> Noon – 2pm <\/p>\n

Building and maintaining good credit is one of the most crucial financial skills that impacts everything from securing affordable housing and reliable transportation to landing your first job in competitive fields. Join us for this practical workshop where we’ll answer the questions students are asking: How do you start building credit?<\/strong> What steps lead to an excellent credit score?<\/strong> You’ll learn proven strategies to understand credit reports, improve your score, and leverage your credit profile effectively. Whether you’re just starting your credit journey or looking to optimize your existing score, you’ll leave with actionable tools and expert knowledge to help you achieve your financial goals.<\/p>\n

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iGrad Webinars<\/h2>\n

iGrad is ACC\u2019s free financial education platform available to all students. It offers tools and resources to support financial wellness, covering topics from budgeting and credit to investing and retirement planning. Students can also access both live and on-demand webinars for flexible learning.<\/p>\n

Savings Simplified: How to Prepare for Life\u2019s Milestones and Mishaps<\/h3>\n

Date:<\/strong> March 4th<\/p>\n

Time:<\/strong> 1pm<\/p>\n

We\u2019ll break down the two essential types of savings everyone needs\u2014emergency savings and goal-based savings\u2014and show you how to manage both effectively. You’ll learn what an emergency fund is and practical strategies for building one even if you\u2019re starting from scratch. We\u2019ll also explore how to save for multiple goals at once, from vacations to home purchases, without feeling overwhelmed. Throughout the session, we\u2019ll share guidance on how to decide where to keep different types of savings and how to balance short-term stability with long-term aspirations. By the end, you\u2019ll understand how to prepare for life\u2019s unexpected challenges and make steady progress toward the milestones you\u2019re planning for. You\u2019ll leave with straightforward, actionable steps you can start using right away to build a stronger financial foundation.<\/p>\n

Please make sure to sign in to your ACC iGrad Account<\/a> before registering!<\/h5>\n
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Partner Workshops<\/h2>\n

We have several trusted partners, and we love to highlight their workshops! These workshops are offered virtually, and open to anyone. We’ve picked them because they cover topics we think you’d be interested in.<\/p>\n

Strategies for Successful Savings by UFCU<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n

Date: <\/strong>March 4<\/p>\n

Time: <\/strong>1 – 2 p.m. <\/p>\n

Do your financial goals include saving more money? Whether it\u2019s for emergencies or goals, many of us would like to put more money aside every month but may struggle to be successful without strong savings plan. Join us to learn how to build a savings plan you can be successful with!<\/p>\n

We\u2019ll talk about emergency savings, saving for goals, and the concept of sinking funds to prepare for periodic expenses in advance. Learn more about different types of savings accounts and how to choose which is best for your needs. Leave with tips on how to build and implement your own savings plan.<\/p>\n

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