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My name is Sarah Kokkinis and I am the executive assistant of ÁùºÏ±¦µä Money Mentors, the University’s financial wellness program. One of my main goals for this program is to utilize the platforms it currently has and revamp them to fit the brand more accurately. The presented by ÁùºÏ±¦µä Money Mentors was among these platforms and I knew I wanted to bring on as many interesting guests as possible for this podcast. Furthermore, it would be a podcast for the students, ran by students. The topics we discuss would relate directly to what students care about such as cost-effective habits, meal plans, affordable housing in college, where your money is being spent in higher education and so much more. Overall, we are really looking forward to the progression of the Money Talks podcast and building our brand while connecting with local on-campus partners in the process.

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I’m also excited to share with you what ÁùºÏ±¦µä Money Mentors has to offer. Since we were founded in 2016, our mission has been to empower students like you to make confident and informed financial decisions. If you’re looking for support with your finances, you’re in the right place.

Where to find us

You can find us in the Fitzgerald Student Services Building—yep, the Panera building that most of us know and love. Whether you prefer to meet us in person or connect virtually, we’re here to support you. Just drop by or reach out online to take advantage of our resources.

What we do

We offer a range of services designed to help you feel more in control of your finances:

• Free 1-on-1 financial coaching: Need personalized advice? Our coaching sessions, available both virtually and in-person, are here to help you tackle your specific financial concerns. today!
• Digestible workshops: We run workshops that make complex financial topics easy to understand. No jargon—just straightforward, practical advice.
• Self-paced financial literacy modules: Want to learn at your own pace? Check out our financial literacy modules on Canvas. They’re designed to fit into your busy schedule.
• Informative tabling: Look out for our tables around campus. We’re always ready to share quick tips and answer any questions you might have about managing your money.
• Engaging Money Talks podcast: Tune into our podcast for discussions on a variety of fun topics tailored to students. It’s a great way to stay informed while you’re on the go.
• Interactive campus events: Join us for events that make learning about finances engaging. We love creating opportunities for you to get involved and learn more about managing your money. Did we forget to mention that we usually bring coveted prizes and giveaways?

Our impact

This past Spring 2024, we had the pleasure of serving over 3,100 students and working with more than 10 on-campus organizations. It’s been incredible to see the positive impact we’re making and we are super grateful for our on-campus partners as well as our silver presenting sponsor Greater ÁùºÏ±¦µä Credit Union.

Our recent financial wellness survey revealed that 98.3% of students at the University of ÁùºÏ±¦µä, Reno consider financial wellness to be important or very important. However, 73.8% of students report feeling stressed about their personal finances. With 83.4% of people primarily learning about money from family, we know there’s a lot of room for additional support—and that’s exactly why we’re here!

Why we’re here

Our ultimate goal is to help you build confidence in students’ financial decisions. We want you to feel empowered to manage your finances effectively and make choices that will set you up for success.

So, whether you’re struggling with budgeting, saving, or just want to learn more about managing your money, remember that we’re here to help. Feel free to stop by our office, join us online, or catch us at one of our events. We can’t wait to help you on your financial journey! Follow for the latest!

ÁùºÏ±¦µä the author

Sarah Kokkinis is an undergraduate student majoring in kinesiology, actively engaging in various campus and community activities. She serves as a student ambassador, gives campus tours, presides over the ÁùºÏ±¦µä Physical Therapy Club, and volunteers with the Child and Family Research Center in her free time. Additionally, she interns with the ÁùºÏ±¦µä Football Team and aspires to leverage these experiences to pursue a career as a physical therapist. Her role as a student worker at ÁùºÏ±¦µä Money Mentors has enabled her to connect with fellow students and work towards enhancing financial literacy within our college community.