January Newsletter: Protecting Finances, Upcoming Event, and more!

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WELCOME BACK!
Common $ense has missed you, but we're off to a new start this year. We hope you had a great first week of classes and look forward to talk financial literacy all Spring semester long.

Protecting Your Finances During Covid

Stay up to date with state and federal protections, which includes changes in pandemic assistance and student loan protections. Check for the latest updates from the Department of Education here

Manage existing debt by remembering to pay on time, and remember that you have the power to negotiate additional fees by reaching out to your lender. See additional information on credit card debt relief during COVID

Research, Research, Research! Banks are offering a variety of consumer protections, so be sure to research which ones are most helpful to you and if your bank could have made the list!

Stay Tuned for An Upcoming Workshop

Eating Balanced on a Budget
Featuring registered dietitian Brian Tran from Hoya Hospitality
When: February 24th, 7pm
RSVP here

Filing Your Taxes for the 2020 Tax Year

Domestic Taxes and International Taxes

Begin to file your taxes on February 12th
The Internal Revenue Service is making adjustments to its processes, so be aware of any changes to the filing timeline by viewing the IRS website
Not sure where to file? Access IRS free file, a tool that allows you to compare filing software based on your tax situation
Additional Resources

Quick Survey on Financial Literacy Topics

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Job Opportunities

All listed positions are remote and taken from Georgetown's Student employment (SEO) website. For any specific questions about employment opportunities, please contact SEO.

Communications Assistant
Performing Arts
$15.00/hour
Searching for creative students open to working between 9-12 hours a week. Relevant experience with graphic design apps and HTML are preferred.

Instructional Technology Aide
Work-Study - Main Campus
$17.00/hour
No qualifications needed for this position. All are encouraged to apply.

Digital Communications Technical Assistant
Center for Global Health and Practice
$15.50/hour
Looking for students interested in website design and supporting digital communications. You are encouraged to apply if you have relevant knowledge of WordPress

Exam Administration Assistant
Academic Resource Center
$16.00/hour
The ARC has three openings and highly recommends Graduate students to apply. A commitment to disability inclusion is required for this position.

Graduate Assistant/ Program Coordinator
Dean's Office, MSB
$19.00/hour
This office is seeking general administrative support, including but not limited to event planning and organizing working groups for students conducting research

KidPowerDC: Virtual Site Associate
Federal Work Study- Main Campus
$15.00/hour
Sites associates are expected to mentor and tutor students, assist with homework, and assist in enrichment activities such as art and music.

Personal Finance Resources

Active on Twitter and Instagram?
Follow the pages suggested here!

Twitter

@studentloanhero & @FASFA

Instagram

@federalstudentaid

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