University of Illinois System

Webinars

We coordinate webinars on a variety of topics throughout the year. All recorded webinars are housed on our YouTube channel and you can access them at the bottom of this page.  We plan our webinars for the entire academic year each summer. Subscribe to our enewsletters to be the first to know when new webinars are announced.

Get Savvy: Grow Your Green Stuff Webinar Series

We have been coordinating the Get Savvy: Grow Your Green Stuff webinar series with other financial educators across the state of Illinois for several years. The Fall 2026 schedule and registration form are available below. 

Read Before You Sign: Renting & Leasing

August 26, 2026 | 12:00 - 1:00 PM CT

Learn how to review a lease with confidence by understanding common rental terms, spotting red flags, and knowing your rights and responsibilities as a tenant before you sign.

Inflation: When Prices Rise

September 2, 2026 | 12:00 - 1:00 PM CT

Understand what inflation is, why prices rise, and how to adjust your budget and spending habits to protect your purchasing power during periods of economic change.

Demystifying the Financial Aid Process

October 7, 2026 | 12:00 - 1:00 PM CT

Master financial aid applications by learning to navigate FAFSA forms confidently, understand different types of aid, identify scholarship opportunities, and avoid costly mistakes.

10 Myths About Taxes

November 18, 2026 | 12:00 - 1:00 PM CT

Separate fact from fiction by debunking ten common tax myths that lead to costly mistakes, missed deductions, and unnecessary stress at filing time.

Tax-Advantaged Tools for Saving & Investing

December 9, 2026 | 12:00 - 1:00 PM CT

Explore tax-advantaged accounts such as retirement plans, HSAs, 529s, and more to learn how each can help you save and invest more efficiently toward your financial goals.

You can also watch the recordings of prior webinars linked below or on YouTube

Check back soon for details about the Spring 2027 webinar series schedule.

Collaborators

The 2025-2026 Get Savvy: Grow Your Green $tuff webinar team includes collaborators from:

Previous Webinars

You can also watch recordings of previous webinars on our YouTube channel by clicking the appropriate post below.