The Daily Bulletin Archive

National Financial Literacy Month is recognized in April to encourage Americans to improve their understanding of financial principles and practices. The theme for 2015 is "Financial Wellness 2.0."

Financial wellness is the balance between having a financially healthy state of well-being today while preparing for tomorrow. Focusing on this theme, the following events are available this month to all employees:

Webinar “Tomorrow in Focus: Saving for Your Ideal Retirement,” offered by TIAA-CREF            Wednesday, April 8
10:00–11:00 a.m.
Register online
and
2:00–3:00 p.m.
Register online

One-on-One Consultations with Richard Thompson of TIAA-CREF
Tuesday, April 14
Butler Library 210B

To schedule an appointment between 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., visit TIAA-CREF online or call (800) 732-8353.

Workshop: "Tax Strategies," conducted by MetLife
Thursday, April 23
Cleveland Hall 418
Noon–1:00 p.m.
Register online (enter “SUNY Buffalo State”) or call (866) 801-3547. Space is limited. Lunch will be provided.

Financial IQ Challenge
In special recognition of National Financial Literacy Month for 2015, SUNY will host an interactive Financial IQ (FIQ) Challenge for all SUNY employees. The FIQ Challenge is a daily five-question quiz available throughout the month of April. Taking the challenge each day results in an entry for a chance to win one of five tablet computers. Winners will be selected in early May.

The SUNY Benefits page also offers a variety of financial education and planning tools. 

Please take this time to also ensure that you are saving enough for your future. Please note: all employees are eligible to participate in the SUNY Voluntary Savings Plan.

Please call the Employee Benefits Office at ext. 4821 with questions.