Office of Financial Literacy at Syracuse University

Budgeting during the holidays can be tricky but not impossible, here is our budget template you and your loved ones can follow to end your year strong !💸🍊

Only three grocery trolleys left for this semester!

Don’t let DoorDash and Instacart fees and up charges get you down! Hop on the Syracuse Grocery trolleys that runs every Sunday from college place.

Find the schedule here:
https://studentgov.syracuse.edu/transportation/

Build confidence in your career journey! Join us Nov. 10 for a trauma informed workshop for first generation students!💼🍊📚

Don’t let debt get you down! Here are some debt management tips! And remember small, consistent actions today can lead to big financial freedom tomorrow.

Sometimes the hardest part is starting. But, budgeting doesn’t have to be overwhelming!
Here’s a quick breakdown of a common budgeting method that keeps things simple and stress-free 
50% Needs — housing, groceries, transportation
20% Savings — emergency fund & future goals
20% Investments — grow your money long-term
10% Wants — fun, hobbies, and the little joys
Finding balance in your finances can help bring peace of mind and eliminate a source of stress.

An emergency fund can ease your mind and reduce stress when those inevitable unexpected expenses occur. Having an emergency fund can reduce your risk of acquiring debt or taking out loans. Try to save 3-6 months worth of living expenses such as rent, food and utilities.

Money and mental health go hand in hand. Understanding your feelings around your financial habits can help you manage your stress and spending.

Wondering how you can better take care of your mental health and feel confident in your financial decisions?

• Regular self care can reduce anxiety and depression and better enable you to make financial choices that are best for you.

• Want to learn more about money and mental health? Check out our event series Office of Financial Literacy at the Barnes Center: Money and Mental Health.

• Or schedule an appointment with one of our trauma informed Peer Counselors.

• Barnes Center at the Arch also has free individual and group counseling, and de-stress events such as Pet Therapy. Check out for upcoming events!

Introducing the Office of Financial Literacy @ The Barnes Center: Money and Mental Health Series!

Join us for our first session on Friday October 10th, at 12:00 PM, where we’ll be exploring the connection between money and mental health. Learn strategies to manage financial stress, build healthier habits, and strengthen your overall well-being.

Building a budget doesn’t have to feel overwhelming. With the right steps, you can create a plan that’s realistic, flexible and actually works for YOU.

Swipe through to learn how to:

✅ Understand your income and expenses
✅ Set achievable goals
✅ Track your spending
✅ Allocate funds wisely
✅ Stay realistic and flexible

Start today, and watch smalls habits lead to big wins.

The Office of Financial Literacy is so excited for this school year with you all! Check out our website for the upcoming events such as:
🍊Financial literacy @ The Barnes Center: Money and Mental Health
🍊Introduction to Investing-College student

Catch us at the study abroad fair this Thursday!

Here’s to another year!

We’re here for all your financial literacy needs. Credit cards, budgeting, investing and more.

Find us on the second floor of Bowne Hall or schedule an appointment with one of our Peer Counselors via MySlice. And keep an eye out for us at upcoming events!