Financial Literacy Blog
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September 17, 2026
Website Cyber Security 101
In 2026 it is critical to understand the persistent cyber security threat that exists. If you, like me, had heard …
By Dr. Jeffrey Dickinson
July 26, 2025
Financial Literacy in Action: A Pilot Class at Carlos Rosario
This spring, I piloted a financial literacy lesson at Carlos Rosario International Public Charter School. Carlos Rosario is a pro-bono …
By Grezzia Moscoso Joyo
May 8, 2025
Closing the Gender Gap: Empowering Women Through Financial Literacy
Financial literacy is essential for achieving personal and financial security, yet significant gender disparities remain. Women, especially those from marginalized …
By Sophia Nayyar
August 18, 2024
Dollar Scholars at Church of the Sacred Heart
My friend Teresa A., who is also friends with Dr. Jeffrey Dickinson, helped connect him with representatives from her church, …
By Leslie Dickinson
April 20, 2024
Dollar Scholars: Day 1
Dollar Scholars rolled out its first pilot event on Sunday, March 3rd. Dollar Scholars organizers and volunteers came together to …
By Dr. Jeffrey Dickinson
April 8, 2024
Budgeting Smartly as a College Student
Navigating the financial side of college is difficult for many young adults. The National Student Financial Wellness Study revealed that …
By Eric Zhou
March 28, 2024
Navigating the Dining Budget Maze: Tips to Keep You on Track
Recently, while catching up with my cousin, Parker, a sophomore at Syracuse University, he mentioned his credit card debt, and …
By Noah Margolis