EECU Provides Financial Education at Parenting Student Conference
September 29, 2025
Educational Employees Credit Union
Our purpose is to achieve unrivaled member satisfaction by understanding our members' financial needs and providing quality financial products and services.
FRESNO, Calif. (Sept. 29, 2025) – Educational Employees Credit Union (EECU) was proud to sponsor and participate in Fresno City College’s Fall Parenting Student Conference on September 26. The event brought together parenting students for a day of connection, resources, and tools designed to help them succeed academically and personally.
As part of the conference, EECU
hosted a workshop titled, “Understanding Credit Reports & Scores,” aimed at
helping students strengthen their financial wellness. The session provided
practical guidance on how credit reports are built, what factors influence
credit scores, and strategies to manage personal credit.
“We know that financial
stability is a key factor in student success, especially for parents who are
balancing school, work, and family responsibilities,” said Valeria Garcia, EECU
community relations officer. “By helping students better understand credit,
we’re equipping them with the knowledge to make confident financial decisions
now and in the future.”
The full-day conference, hosted
by the Fresno City College Cooperative Agencies Resources for Education (CARE)
Program featured workshops on topics such as work-life balance, child safety,
mental wellness, and navigating college with children. Inspiring guest speakers
and on-site community resources rounded out the event, offering parenting
students encouragement and tangible support.
“Parenting students face unique
challenges as they juggle academics, raising children, and often working to
support their families,” said Paula Peterson, Fresno City College CARE Program
Counselor/Coordinator. “This conference creates a space where they can access
resources, connect with others who share their experiences, and gain practical
tools to help them succeed both in school and at home."
EECU’s participation reflects
its commitment to providing financial wellness education through a wide range
of workshops for all ages and stages of life. To learn more about the variety
of workshops, visit myEECU.org.