Are you running out of summer spending money and need help finding creative ways to save money? Do you want one-on-one assistance with creating a budget? Click on the flyer to find out how you can apply to participate in the myBudgetCoach program!
As an honors university, we take great pride in preparing you, our student, to be successful in all of your pursuits. Managing money is an important part of your daily life and we want to assure that you are well-versed in this important life skill that many find challenging.
Your journey to financial wellness begins now with our interactive (and entertaining) online FinancialSmarts Cash Course! This multi-module, self-paced course ensures that you are as well-prepared to manage your budgets, bank accounts, assets and debt as you are to master your academic and career interests. To enroll in the online FinancialSmarts CashCourse click here.
Once you have enrolled in the course, you are welcome to complete as many modules as you would like, whenever you choose to do so. However, here’s where FinancialSmarts start to pay off... By September 15, 2019:
● If you complete the pre-assessment and one module, your name will be entered in our $100 campus card deposit drawing.
● If you complete the pre-assessment and two or more modules, your name will be entered in our $300 campus card deposit drawing.
● If you complete the pre-assessment and all modules, your name will be entered in our $500 campus card deposit drawing.
Campus card deposits can be used anywhere that you can use your campus card. For example:
-The Bookstore
-Campus food vendors like Outtakes, True Grits, and Salsaritas
-Paying tuition and fees on myUMBC or at SBS
-Campus vending machines
-Print stations
-Local partner businesses
Be sure to complete modules by September 15, 2019 to be entered into the drawings! All drawings will take place on September 16, 2019. So don’t wait...get started now! If you have questions about the online FinancialSmarts Cash Course, please feel free to contact us at financialsmarts@umbc.edu.
Enjoy the remainder of your summer and best wishes for a successful first semester at UMBC!
Sincerely,The summer is a great time to reflect back on the academic year and re-focus on what’s ahead.
This doesn’t have to be a formal process. It also should not cause you to feel anxious or overwhelmed at what might have gone wrong. Instead, look at this time of reflection as a learning opportunity, and a chance to better grasp how your time at UMBC is growing and shaping you.
So while you’re soaking up the sun this summer, here are some topics to reflect on:
Academically, what kind of year did I have?
What were my successes and what were my challenges?
Did I complete as many credits and courses as I had planned?
Was there a particular class that gave me a new perspective?
Tip: Review your class schedule for fall semester and make sure it still makes sense given the academic year you just completed (i.e.- do you need to repeat a class? Are you enrolled in too many credits?).
Tip: Consider taking summer courses as a way to catch-up or get ahead. Summer registration is still open and doesn’t require advising clearance. Remember, Finish 15 to stay on track!
What was my social/extra-curricular involvement like?
Did I get involved on or off-campus in activities/events that interest me?
How well did I balance my social and academic life?
What lessons did I learn from getting involved?
Tip: It’s never too late to get involved. If you are looking for opportunities on campus, be sure to check out the Student Involvement Festival early in the fall semester. In the meantime, feel free to explore the list of campus organizations here.
What is my current satisfaction and confidence level with my academic major?
What aspects of my major am I enjoying and what uncertainties do I still have?
How does what I'm studying impact my future career goals?
If you are still undecided or are considering changing your major: what steps can I take to make progress towards a decision?
Tip: If you are still exploring career options related to your academic major, spend time this summer talking to people who have careers that interest you.
Tip: Check out the self-exploration resources online via UMBC’s Career Center
Tip: Participate in The Major Event during the fall semester. Stay tuned for updates!
Financially, where am I right now?
How did I budget my money during the academic year?
Do I have concerns about paying tuition or funding other aspects of college?
Am I aware of the financial tools and resources available to me as a UMBC student?
Tip: Check out the status of your student account on myUMBC (under the topic Billing & Personal Finances) to be sure everything is in order.
Tip: Explore the Financial Smarts @ UMBC website for great information on financing your education, living on a budget, and the concept of credit.
Finally, if you need support this summer, please know that UMBC is still up and running! While many faculty members will not be on campus, and staff might have limited hours depending on vacation schedules, campus offices are still open and available to assist students.
The UMBC Career Center is seeking an executive student assistant who can work as an integral part of the Recruitment and Technology Team to support the team's core responsibilities. The candidate must be a self-starter who takes initiative and provides valuable input when necessary to improve efficiency and/or current processes. Candidate would need to excel in providing a high level of customer service both internally and externally.
We are looking for a talented individual to provide administrative support as assigned to aid the Employer Relations and Recruitment Programs Team’s efforts in (but not limited to):
Examples of high-level support:
Hours are flexible, roughly 10-15 hours available per week over the fall & spring semesters. Paid training for position to begin over the summer. Position offers opportunities to work over winter and summer sessions as well. Working on our team, you will be afforded the opportunity to gain intimate knowledge and insights that will help in your own career development!
Interested candidates must provide a resume AND Fall 2019 schedule/availability.
Apply via UMBCworks posting: 9307843
Job Responsibilities (On-the-job training provided)
Requirements