LIVONIA, Mich.–Catholic Vantage Financial Credit Union presented a College Financial Prep workshop to students at Madonna University.
Emma Teller, vice president of marketing and business development at Catholic Vantage Financial, presented the workshop to a group of 35 BLG students. CVF is a provider of credit union services to Madonna students, faculty and staff.
Teller, who is also a mom of three children including one currently in college, brought a cart full of helpful handouts and surprises for nearly 35 students who attended the workshop.
“It’s important to get their attention while covering the basics of budgeting, how to establish credit and avoid identity theft,” said Teller, who quickly captured the students’ interest by asking questions and then rewarding correct answers. “They really asked some good questions, and stayed late on a Friday afternoon after a long week of classes.”
Teller was also impressed with the variety of studies the students were undertaking, including business, criminal justice, graphic design, social work, early childhood education, film and sports management.
“I gave them a lot of information to digest, but you can tell they’re eager for more,” added Teller. “When asked about other possible workshop topics, some wanted to learn about investments.”