From Pencil to Paperless: Changes in Accounting Technology

From Pencil to Paperless: Changes in Accounting Technology

Becky Frankowski reflects on 30 years in accounting, how systems and technologies have changed during her tenure, and what concerns there might be surrounding these changes.

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How to Effectively Use Social Media to Support Financial Literacy

How to Effectively Use Social Media to Support Financial Literacy

If your financial literacy efforts are limited to your branch and your website, your credit union is missing out on one of its greatest tools: social media. Vivian Colligan offers insight on how to properly take advantage of these platforms and become a reliable source of education for members and potential members alike.

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Supreme Court Agrees to Review Ruling Declaring CFPB Structure Unconstitutional

Supreme Court Agrees to Review Ruling Declaring CFPB Structure Unconstitutional

In light of the Supreme Court’s decision to review the ruling declaring the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau unconstitutional, Emily Claus reports on the history of the CFPB and its controversial structure, funding, and Payday Rule.

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Do It Yourself Or Do It Together?

Do It Yourself Or Do It Together?

Thomas Hull discusses the decision-making behind when a credit union should tackle something on its own versus when it should rely on its network.

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October is Cybersecurity Month—Are You Prepared?

October is Cybersecurity Month—Are You Prepared?

To kick off Cybersecurity Month, Emily Claus shares a few simple ways credit unions can use this opportunity to tighten their cybersecurity measures and educate members.

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Financial Literacy Spotlight: The Berenstain Bears Cub Club

Financial Literacy Spotlight: The Berenstain Bears Cub Club

As part of Financial Literacy Month, Emily Claus spotlights the Berenstain Bears Financial Literacy Program for kids, created through a partnership with Franklin Mint Federal Credit Union and the Berenstain Bears organization.

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What Can We Learn from the Oldest FCUs?

What Can We Learn from the Oldest FCUs?

22 of the 100 original charters the NCUA granted after the passage of the Federal Credit Union Act are still in business—a rate almost double that of all FCUs. Chip Filson ponders the reason behind this and what lessons we can take from history.

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Increasing Financial Literacy in Students: Credit Union of Texas Opens SMART Branch

Increasing Financial Literacy in Students: Credit Union of Texas Opens SMART Branch

Credit Union of Texas, in an effort to increase financial education amongst students, has created an encompassing financial literacy program consisting of student-run SMART branches and student financial coaches. Emily Claus explains.

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Five Things You Should Know About Your Internet Domain Name

Five Things You Should Know About Your Internet Domain Name

Web Developer Tony Muka shares five things all credit unions should know about their domain name and how they can find that information.

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The History of Check Processing

The History of Check Processing

Take a trip down memory lane with Scott Page as he reflects on the history of check processing and the journey to get it where it is now.

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