Off-Campus Life’s Money Magnet Financial Literacy Program assists students in gaining the necessary knowledge and skills to make well-informed and contemplative monetary decisions that impact their daily lives. From budgeting for food, fashion, and fun with friends the financial literacy program assists students in learning how to plan and execute projects with a spending plan while propelling them to become a Madison Money Magnet. This program helps guide students to develop their own strategies for their specific needs and aspirations for now and in the future.
- The secrets to financial success and decision-making for college students| September 19, 2024, in Harrison, Room 1261 @ 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm: Personal Finance Professor Jeff Hulett walks through the tight link between decision process and achieving great wealth. We discuss the habits and behaviors of the wealthy. This session introduces you to tools to help you save, invest and make great financial decisions.
- The secrets to financial success – getting credit and using credit wisely| October 3rd, 2024, in Harrison,1261 @ 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm: Personal Finance Professor Jeff Hulett walks through making good decisions about credit, especially credit cards. We will discuss the importance of signaling banks you are a responsible credit user by building a good credit score. You will be shown how to leverage your college experience to prepare yourself for the adult credit world.
Students can schedule one-on-one consultations with our Graduate Assistant for Financial Literacy,Sushma Shivalingaiah, to talk through their finances and spending in a safe, supportive space.
Schedule a meeting through Email:Shivalsx@jmu.edu
Office Hours:
Mon – 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Tuesday – 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Wednesday-12:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Thursday-12:00 PM to 5:00 PM
The Pantry
The Pantry is a joint effort on campus, supported by the Basic Needs Advisory Board, co-chaired by Off-Campus Life and Community Service-Learning staff, and university and Harrisonburg community partners. The Blue Ridge Area Food Bank ensures we have a consistent supply of quality, nutritious food options. The Pantry is stocked with shelf-stable goods, some hygiene products, a limited selection of fresh produce from JMU Dining Services each week, as well as fresh bread.
- Main Pantry: The Union, Taylor Down Under, Room 112; Monday from 12:00 - 6:00 p.m.; Tuesday-Thursday from 12:00 - 5:00 p.m.
- East Pantry: EnGeo, Room 0302; Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 12:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Food Planning & Costs
Content coming soon including:
- Cost Comparisons: JMU meal plans, grocery store prices, etc.
- "When times are tough"
- The cost of prepared food
- Dining out
- Food subscriptions
Food Prep
Content coming soon including:
- One-pot meals
- Healthy foods at home
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