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<pubDate>Mon, 23 Jun 2025 13:01:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>The New CashCourse Is Live — Start Your Implementation Today!</title>
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<description><![CDATA[<p>HEFWA is proud to announce the official launch of the new <b>CashCourse</b> platform, redesigned in partnership with <a href="https://studentconnections.com/">Student Connections</a> to better serve today’s students.</p> <p>The updated site features:</p> <ul style="list-style-type: disc;"> <li>A fresh, mobile-friendly design</li> <li>New Budget Wizard and refreshed courses</li> <li>Bookmarking and better progress tracking</li> <li>Enhanced reports and simplified admin setup</li> </ul> <h2><b>Webinar Recordings</b></h2> <p>If you missed our launch events, start by watching our two overview webinars:</p> <ul style="list-style-type: disc;"> <li><a href="https://iu.mediaspace.kaltura.com/media/t/1_wr6iqawh">Get to Know CashCourse</a> – Learn what’s new and how it supports students and staff</li> <li><a href="https://iu.mediaspace.kaltura.com/media/t/1_esz7wupx">How to Implement CashCourse</a> – Walkthrough of registration, access groups, and usage tracking</li> </ul> <h2><b>Ready to Get Started?</b></h2> <ol start="1"> <li><b>Review the “How to Sign Up for CashCourse” Guide</b> — Start with our step-by-step <a href="https://hefwa.org/page/HowToSignUpForCashCourse" target="_new">How to Sign Up for CashCourse</a> guide. It includes:</li> <ul style="list-style-type: circle;"> <li>A downloadable implementation planning worksheet</li> <li>How access codes and registration work</li> <li>Answers to frequently asked questions</li> </ul> <li><b>Sign Up Your School</b> — Complete the <a href="https://hefwa.org/page/CashCourseInstitutionSignUp" target="_new">CashCourse Institution Sign-Up Form</a> to configure your access groups and receive onboarding materials like Quick Start guides and registration links.</li> <li><b>Access the Implementation Toolkit</b> — Once setup is confirmed, explore the <a href="https://hefwa.org/page/CashCourseImplementationToolkit">CashCourse Implementation Toolkit</a> for everything you need to launch successfully including marketing materials, LMS guides, flyer templates, and more.</li> </ol> <p><i>Note: These pages may require HEFWA login. CashCourse is available to <a href="https://hefwa.org/page/membership">institutional members only</a>.</i></p> <p>Need help? Contact us at <a href="mailto:info@hefwa.org">info@hefwa.org</a>.</p> <p>We’re excited to help your campus bring this next chapter of CashCourse to life!</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 23 Jun 2025 14:01:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>The New CashCourse Launches June 23</title>
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<description><![CDATA[<p>Since 2007, CashCourse has helped institutions empower students to make informed financial decisions. Now, it’s getting a major upgrade.</p> <p>HEFWA is excited to announce that the new and improved CashCourse will officially launch on <b>June 23, 2025</b>. Developed in partnership with <a href="https://studentconnections.com/">Student Connections</a>, the redesigned platform offers a fresh user experience, modern tools, and smarter reporting — all grounded in feedback from students and administrators.</p> <h3><b>What’s New</b></h3> <p>Here’s a preview of what you’ll find in the updated platform:</p> <ul style="list-style-type: disc;"> <li><b>Mobile-Friendly, Modern Design</b> — Streamlined navigation and accessibility across all devices</li> <li><b>Refreshed Course Content</b> — Timely, real-world financial education redesigned with student input</li> <li><b>Enhanced Reporting</b> — Easy-to-read dashboards and granular data tracking student progress</li> <li><b>Bookmarking and Personalization</b> — Students can save their place and pick up where they left off</li> <li><b>New Budget Wizard</b> — Intuitive design with save/export features for personal planning</li> <li><b>Improved Resources Section</b> — Categorized articles and worksheets for guided self-learning</li> </ul> <p>If you missed the full walkthrough on our May 21 preview session, you can <a href="https://iu.mediaspace.kaltura.com/media/t/1_wr6iqawh">watch the recording</a> and <span><span><a href="https://cdn.ymaws.com/hefwa.site-ym.com/resource/resmgr/cashcourse/countdowntonewcashcourse.pdf">view the slide deck</a></span></span> at your convenience.</p> <h3><b>How to Prepare for the Transition</b></h3> <p>To help institutions prepare, HEFWA has released a step-by-step setup guide that walks through everything you’ll need to get started.</p> <p><span><span><a href="https://cdn.ymaws.com/hefwa.site-ym.com/resource/resmgr/cashcourse/resource_how_to_sign_up_for_.pdf">Download the “How to Sign Up for CashCourse” Guide</a></span></span></p> <p>Here’s what you need to know:</p> <ul style="list-style-type: disc;"> <li><b>June 2</b>: The onboarding form becomes available for HEFWA institutional members</li> <li><b>June 9</b>: The current CashCourse site will go offline (no data will transfer)</li> <li><b>June 23</b>: New CashCourse launches — students will need to create new accounts</li> </ul> <p>To avoid delays, schools are encouraged to submit setup requests at least five business days before their intended rollout date.</p> <h3><b>Join Our June 12 Webinar</b></h3> <p>To make sure you’re ready, join us for our upcoming session:</p> <p><b>Ready, Set, Launch: Planning Your New CashCourse Implementation</b></p> <p>Thursday, June 12 | 2:00-3:00 p.m. ET</p> <p><a href="https://hefwa.org/events/register.aspx?id=1966836" target="_new">Register Here</a></p> <p>This interactive webinar will help you build a launch plan, avoid common implementation pitfalls, and learn from peers facing the same transition.</p> <h3><b>Questions?</b></h3> <p>Email <a href="mailto:info@hefwa.org">info@hefwa.org</a> for membership or access support. For technical questions, Student Connections is available to assist with setup and troubleshooting throughout June.</p> <p>We’re excited to bring these enhancements to you — and can’t wait to see how your students engage with the new CashCourse!</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Wed, 28 May 2025 13:27:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>Explore the All-New Hefwa.org</title>
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<description><![CDATA[<p>We’re excited to unveil our new website, Hefwa.org — a comprehensive platform built to enhance your experience with HEFWA. Whether you’re a member or a curious visitor, here’s how this new site brings everything together.</p><h3>What’s New:&nbsp;</h3><ul><li>Streamlined Access: For members and non-members, all content is now in one convenient platform.&nbsp;</li><li>Manage Everything in One Place: From event sign-ups to membership management, it’s all here.&nbsp;</li><li>Exclusive Member Content: Members gain access to the annual survey of financial wellness programs, HEFWA research briefs, and community research compilations.&nbsp;</li><li>2024 HEFWA Summit Information: Discover details about the upcoming HEFWA Summit and&nbsp;<a href="https://hefwa.org/page/2025-call-for-proposals" style="transition-property: all;">submit your proposal by Jan. 31</a>.&nbsp;</li></ul><h3>What’s Coming Soon:&nbsp;</h3><p>We’re not stopping here! Here’s what you can look forward to:&nbsp;</p><ul><li>Member-only access to past webinar recordings, Summit session materials, and professional development opportunities.&nbsp;</li><li>Public updates including the 2025 Summit schedule, spring events, and the application to host the 2026 Summit.&nbsp;</li></ul>]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 2 Dec 2024 17:59:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title>CashCourse 2.0 is Coming Soon</title>
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<description><![CDATA[<p>Since its debut in 2007, CashCourse has served as a trusted financial education resource, helping institutions empower students to make informed financial decisions. First developed by the National Endowment for Financial Education (NEFE) and acquired by HEFWA in 2021, CashCourse continues to be a vital support for financial wellness initiatives across campuses nationwide.</p><p>Now, we’re thrilled to announce that <strong>CashCourse is about to get even better!</strong> We’ve listened to your feedback and understand the growing needs of your students. That’s why we’re embarking on a significant upgrade to bring you <strong>CashCourse 2.0</strong> in partnership with Student Connections.&nbsp;<br /></p><h5>What’s Next?</h5><p>We’d love to give you a first look at what’s in store. Join us for a sneak peek at the new CashCourse on Tuesday, December 10, from 2-3 p.m. ET. We'll share a timeline of key dates, along with guidance to help you and your students prepare for the transition next summer.</p><p><strong><a href="https://hefwa.site-ym.com/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=1899324&amp;group=">Register here</a></strong> for our free webinar and see the exciting changes firsthand!</p><p><span style="font-size: 28px; font-weight: 900;">What’s New in CashCourse 2.0:</span></p><ul><li><strong>Flexible Course Delivery: </strong>Lessons are divided into bite-sized sections that fit busy schedules, with interactive activities to help students apply what they’ve learned.</li><li><strong>Refreshed, Relevant Content: </strong>Developed with input from students and administrators to stay current and impactful.</li><li><strong>Engaging Multimedia:</strong> New infographics, videos, and exercises make learning both fun and meaningful.</li><li><strong>Mobile-Ready Design: </strong>Fully accessible on any device, from phones to laptops, with a modular structure ideal for on-the-go learning.</li><li><strong>Improved Reporting: </strong>A dashboard to highlight overall activity and engagement, as well as detailed information about user registration, log in, and module completion.</li><li><strong>Enhanced Support:</strong> A dedicated Student Connections team will be on hand to assist students with technical questions or site access.</li></ul><p>We’re excited to bring these updates to you and can’t wait for you to experience the new CashCourse! Feel free to reach out with any questions, and don’t forget to <strong><a href="https://hefwa.site-ym.com/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=1899324&amp;group=">save your spot for our December 10 preview</a></strong>.&nbsp;</p><p>Thank you for being an integral part of the HEFWA community!</p>]]></description>
<pubDate>Wed, 20 Nov 2024 17:23:00 GMT</pubDate>
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