Let's face it, being a college student is expensive! In this episode of the PAWdcast, Peer Ambassadors of Wellness (PAWs) Joy Xiong and Sarah Garner share ways they personally reduce expenses, save for the "wants" and the needs, and use campus resources to support their financial wellness.
Throughout the PAWdcast we share about many resources linked below:
- Student Cupboard: A free food and hygiene pantry for current enrolled students.
- CalFresh: A nutrition assistance program that helps low-income individuals and families buy the food they need.
- Scholarships: Students can apply for 2023-24 scholarships by March 2, 2023.
- DISCOVERe Device Loaner Program: Students can borrow Wi-Fi hotspots and other devices to increase accessibility.
- Money Management Center: Improving the financial well-being of students through education, financial counseling, tools, etc.