SFEPD Student Ambassador
Tennessee State University
Hometown: Ilesa, Nigeria
Growing up, what kind of relationship did you have with money?
Growing up, we didn’t talk about money or investing. But I had people gift me money which my mom usually saved for me.
What was it like to serve as an SFEPD Student Ambassador teaching your peers about personal finance, and what did you learn about yourself from this experience?
For most of us, it is easier to get motivated to achieve a goal when a friend/peer is also trying to achieve that goal. So, this is one thing we reiterated and that was relatable, we are like them so let’s build each other up.
What are the major benefits of students learning personal finance skills through seminars and classes during their college years?
It helps to open our minds to things we did not care to know which ultimately sets a good foundation for the future.
When should students start learning basic concepts about personal finance (in elementary, middle school, high school, or college) and why?
I think middle school is appropriate.
If you could share one financial tip with college students, what would it be?
Every decision, particularly financial decisions matters; it could literally make or break one’s future.
As a result of your Student Ambassador experience, what key lessons did you learn to help you manage your money better and is planning for your financial future an important goal after college?
To practice delayed gratification more often and make a list of my expenses & income instead of doing a mental calculation.
How did serving as a Student Ambassador help you prepare for your future and your career goals?
The financial presentations helped me to brush up on my presentation skills. Also, during Financial Literacy week, interacting with people and telling them about SFEPD helped to improve my social skills.