S.A.V.E.M.M. News

Articles pertaining to details about the new law.

• Credit Card Accountability Responsibility and Disclosure Act of 2009 www.govtrack.us/congress/bill.xpd?bill=s111-414 A copy of the original bill passed by Congress to ban abusive credit practices. Posted at 12:40pm on Thu, Sep 17 2009

• Credit Card Legislation Becomes Law www.npr.org/blogs/thetwo-way/2009/05/credit_card_legislation_become.html Obama signs new egislation to requir parents to co-sign for teens. Posted at 12:22pm on Thu, Sep 17 2009

• New Credit Card legislation an Obstacle for undergraduates www.michigandaily.com/content/2009-06-01/new-credit-card-legislation-obstacle-undergrads New credit card legislation may prohibit students from becoming financially independent. Posted at 12:24pm on Thu, Sep 17 2009

• What Credit Card Legislation Means for You moneyfeatures.blogs.money.cnn.com/2009/05/19/what-credit-card-legislation-means-for-you/ Details about the provisions of the new credit card laws. Posted at 12:26pm on Thu, Sep 17 2009

• Credit Card Fees Curbed online.wsj.com/article/SB124272801896734045.html Details on the rules regarding rates and fees. Posted at 12:28pm on Thu, Sep 17 2009

• Guide to New Credit Card Rules www.associatedcontent.com/article/1765908/guide_to_new_credit_card_rules_credit_pg2.html?cat=3 How the credit card legislation impacts you. Posted at 12:30pm on Thu, Sep 17 2009

• Cash Back and Rewards Programs wiped out with New Credit Card Legislation www.openmarket.org/2009/08/21/credit-card-regulations-wipe-out-cash-back-on-credit-cards-destroy-rewards-programs-punish-responsible-cardholders/ How cashbacks and rewards programs are affected by new credit card legislation. Posted at 12:34pm on Thu, Sep 17 2009

• Obama cautions Credit issuers, users www.washingtontimes.com/news/2009/may/23/obama-lectures-as-credit-card-bill-becomes-law/ Obama warns greedy credit card companies and overeager shoppers. Posted at 12:47pm on Thu, Sep 17 2009

• How the New Credit Card Legislation Could Affect the Industry. seekingalpha.com/article/139350-how-the-new-credit-card-legislation-could-affect-the-industry How the bill affects large credit card issuers. Posted at 12:50pm on Thu, Sep 17 2009

• New Illinois Credit Card Legislation to Protect Students. www.collegenews.com/index.php?/money/new_illinois_credit_card_legislation_to_protect_students_06806846363/ Credit card companies are now limited in their marketing efforts on college campuses in Illinois. Posted at 12:53pm on Thu, Sep 17 2009

Tools to help students manage their money

• Financial Tools for College Students educhoices.org/articles/Financial_Tools_for_College_Students.html Financial software and web applications, discounts and coupons, online calculators, checking and savings accounts, credit cards for students. Posted at 9:10am on Thu, Mar 26 2009

• My Space Financial Tools www.myspace.com/powerfuloprah A student's advice on saving money. Offers tips on spending money wisely. Posted at 9:13am on Thu, Mar 26 2009

• Debt Management Tools www.aessuccess.org/higher_ed/repayment/debt_management_tools.shtml Tools for repaying debt, consolidating loans and help for thse who cannot make payments on student loans. Posted at 9:15am on Thu, Mar 26 2009

• One of the Most Important Financial Tools for 2009 jutiagroup.com/2009/03/17/one-of-the-most-important-financial-tools-for-2009/ Financial tool for parents of college students. Posted at 9:20am on Thu, Mar 26 2009

• Financial Resources and Tools www.usaeducationguides.com/guidance/articles/080703-financial-resources-tools.jsp Financial tools for international students Posted at 9:24am on Thu, Mar 26 2009

• Financial Aid and Scholarship Search Tools www.training.nih.gov/careers/careercenter/finaid.html List of scholarships availble for college students. Posted at 9:25am on Thu, Mar 26 2009

• Tools to Help Students Manage their Finances www.nslp.org/vnews/display.v/ART/41b4a3a6b3ee5 Budget calculators, money management, identity theft, loan consolidation, career planning, credit card advice and more. Posted at 9:28am on Thu, Mar 26 2009

• Financial Tools to Determine Bankruptcy www.realpapers.com/papers/FINANCIAL_TOOLS_TO_DETERMINE-002-007.html Assists students who are researching information on bankruptcy. Subscribe to this report. Posted at 9:31am on Thu, Mar 26 2009

• Online College Blog www.online-college-blog.com/index.php/uncategorized/100-money-saving-financial-calculators-for-college-students-and-parents/ 100 Money Saving Financial Calculators for CollegeStudents and Parents Posted at 9:34am on Thu, Mar 26 2009

• EdWise Financial Planning Guide www.edwise.org/ Financial planning guide for students and parents. Loan management tool. Posted at 9:42am on Thu, Mar 26 2009

• Sallie Mae Announcces New Resources for Students and Families www.streetinsider.com/Press+Releases/Sallie+Mae+Announces+New+Resources+for+Students+and+Families+Concerned+About+Paying+for+College+in+Difficult+Economy/4426615.html Sallie Mae offering help for families to find resources for school, minimizing loans, offering interst fee tuition payment plans, free web tools and scholarship search. Posted at 5:37pm on Thu, Mar 26 2009

Information about credit cards and newsletters for students.

• Credit Cards for Students. www.creditcards.com/college-students.php Lists the credit cards available to students. Posted at 9:09am on Mon, Mar 30 2009

• News and Advice www.creditcards.com/credit-card-news.php Credit card newsletter Posted at 9:13am on Mon, Mar 30 2009

• Bankrate www.bankrate.com Credit card newsletter Posted at 9:14am on Mon, Mar 30 2009

• Student Credit cards and Credit Education www.studentplatinum.com/ Valuable help for students in understanding credit cards. Posted at 9:19am on Mon, Mar 30 2009

• Credit cards for College Students www.bankrate.com/brm/news/cc/Jan08_credit_card_college_video_a1.asp Video tutorials for students and parents on credit cards and shpping for them. Posted at 9:23am on Mon, Mar 30 2009

• Credit Cards go After College Students www.usatoday.com/money/perfi/college/2008-03-30-credit-cards-college_N.htm USA Today article about the banks aggressive pursuit of students to acquire credit cards. Posted at 9:26am on Mon, Mar 30 2009

• Find College Cards www.findcollegecards.com/ College student credit cards. Posted at 9:30am on Mon, Mar 30 2009

• College Plastic www.collegeplastic.com/ College Students and Credit Cards - helpful advice for parents and students. Posted at 9:34am on Mon, Mar 30 2009

• Card Hub www.cardhub.com/alt/credit-cards/?c=Credit_Cards_for_College_Students#searchid=1r5:2c1:v082101 Credit Card Search Tool Posted at 9:37am on Mon, Mar 30 2009

• Credit Cards.com www.creditcards.com/credit-card-news/6-tips-for-college-students-considering-credit-cards-1279.php 6 Tips for College Students Considering Credit Cards. Posted at 9:39am on Mon, Mar 30 2009

Valuable information on finding jobs and making money from online businesses on the Internet.while atending college

• 7 Quick Ways for Students to Make Money Online www.affiliatewatcher.com/7-quick-ways-for-college-students-to-make-money-online/ Describes various on-line money making opportunities. Posted at 12:35pm on Wed, Mar 25 2009

• 10 Ways to Make Money Online www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/life_and_style/education/student/article3439076.ece Times on Line Article covering ways to make money online through blogging, social networking and games. Posted at 12:54pm on Wed, Mar 25 2009

• How to Make Money as a College Student www.wikihow.com/Make-Money-as-a-College-Student wiki How article including steps to finding the right job and tips for keeping the job. Posted at 12:56pm on Wed, Mar 25 2009

• 7 High-Potential Online Opportunities for College Students www.college-startup.com/blogging/7-high-potential-online-opportunities-for-college-students/ College Start-up article regarding Internet opportunities in website content and SEO. Posted at 1:07pm on Wed, Mar 25 2009

• Make Money In College www.studentfinancedomain.com/budgets/make_money_in_college.aspx Student Finance Domain - site offering options for students to make money at jobs and online businesses. Posted at 1:10pm on Wed, Mar 25 2009

• Ways to Make Money Online makemoney.bizoppjunction.com/ways-to-make-money-as-a-student/ Online surveys and online tutors, giving lessons and writing term papers. Posted at 1:13pm on Wed, Mar 25 2009

• Work at Home Forum www.work-at-home-forum.com/2_748_0.html A forum for working on-line. Posted at 1:15pm on Wed, Mar 25 2009

• How to make Extra Money - The College Students Guide www.associatedcontent.com/article/154680/how_to_make_extra_money_the_college.html?cat=4 A student shares her experiences in finding a way to make money while going to school. Posted at 1:17pm on Wed, Mar 25 2009

• How to Make Money While Being a Student www.articlesbase.com/business-ideas-articles/how-to-make-money-while-being-a-student-746731.html Shows students where they can find jobs, work study, internships, home based businesses. Posted at 1:20pm on Wed, Mar 25 2009

• Learning to Make Money - A College Student's Perspective ezinearticles.com/?Learning-to-Make-Money---A-College-Students-Perspective&id=452333 A college student discusses the pros and cons of working while in college. Posted at 1:22pm on Wed, Mar 25 2009

• Retailers Guide www.retailesguide.wordpress.com Blog giving tips for marketig a business on-line. New e-book- Retailers Guide to Merchant Services. Posted at 2:18pm on Sat, Apr 25 2009

• Lulu Storefront www.lulu.com/gelise New e-book - "Retailers Guide to Merchant Services." Posted at 2:19pm on Sat, Apr 25 2009

• Kids Can Create, Too squidoo.com/kidscreate Information on how music benefits children and helpsthem do well in school. Med. school candidates with musical background get into schools of therir choice. Posted at 2:22pm on Sat, Apr 25 2009

Articles pertaining to African Americans, women, and other minorities.

• Scholarships scholarships.fatomei.com/minorities.html Financial resources for minority college students. Posted at 2:48pm on Mon, Mar 30 2009

• Michigan State University staff.lib.msu.edu/harris23/grants/3specpop.htm Grants for minorities. Posted at 2:50pm on Mon, Mar 30 2009

• Fin Aid! www.finaid.org/otheraid/minority.phtml Smart Student's Guide to Financial Aid Posted at 2:52pm on Mon, Mar 30 2009

• Free- 4- U.com www.free-4u.com/minority.htm Scholarship service for minorities. Posted at 2:54pm on Mon, Mar 30 2009

• Black Excel www.blackexcel.org/200-Scholarships.html 200 Free Scholarships for Minorities. Posted at 2:57pm on Mon, Mar 30 2009

• APS Physics www.aps.org/programs/minorities/honors/scholarship/index.cfm Scholarships for minority physics candidates. Posted at 3:01pm on Mon, Mar 30 2009

• AAMC www.aamc.org/students/minorities/start.htm Minorities in Medicine. Posted at 3:03pm on Mon, Mar 30 2009

• Education Grants www.government-grants-funding.com/education_grants.htm Scholarships and grants for all students. Posted at 3:08pm on Mon, Mar 30 2009

• University of California www.spo.berkeley.edu/Fund/womenminority.html Fuding for Women and Minorities Posted at 3:09pm on Mon, Mar 30 2009

• College Funding for Minorities www.blackstudents.blacknews.com/articles/college_funding_for_minorities_and_women.html Scholarships and newsletter subscription. Posted at 3:17pm on Mon, Mar 30 2009

Articles pertaining to international students.

• Go College www.gocollege.com/students-guide-to-taxes.html International and U.S. Students Guide to Taxes. Posted at 12:59pm on Mon, Mar 30 2009

• 27 Money Tips for College Students www.getrichslowly.org/blog/2006/08/30/27-money-tips-for-college-students/ Tips to help students better manage their money in college. Posted at 1:03pm on Mon, Mar 30 2009

• Cash Money Life cashmoneylife.com/2008/08/29/back-to-school-money-tips-for-college-students/ Tips for spending money at college. Posted at 1:05pm on Mon, Mar 30 2009

• Bargaineering www.bargaineering.com/articles/40-money-tips-for-college-students.html 40 Money Tips for College Students. Posted at 1:08pm on Mon, Mar 30 2009

• International Student Identification Card www.myisic.com This is a student I.D. card which also shows current student status. This card is this only student I.D. card which is accepted all over the world and offering benefits such as: discounts at worldwide locations in 103 countries, mobile phone, insurance plan and emergency help line. How cool is that? Posted at 1:13pm on Mon, Mar 30 2009

• Money Tips for College Students savingwithme.com/2007/09/10/11-money-tips-for-college-students/ 11 Money Tips for College Students. Posted at 1:21pm on Mon, Mar 30 2009

• Suite 101 Article collegeuniversity.suite101.com/article.cfm/college_student_credit_cards College Student Crredit Cards. Advice on handling the credit cards responsibly. Posted at 1:25pm on Mon, Mar 30 2009

• Telestial www.telestial.com/ International Sim Card Posted at 10:11am on Thu, Apr 02 2009

• International Students www.internationalstudent.com/sim_cards/ Sims Cards for saving money on international telephone calls. Posted at 1:29pm on Mon, Mar 30 2009

• Funding for U.S.Study www.fundingusstudy.org/index.asp Scholarships for foreign students studying in the U.S. Posted at 1:33pm on Mon, Mar 30 2009

• USA Study Guide www.usastudyguide.com/Financial_aid.htm International Student Scholarships. Posted at 2:31pm on Mon, Mar 30 2009

• U.S. Journal of Economics www.usjournal.com/en/students/info/finaid.html Scholarships for international students. Posted at 2:35pm on Mon, Mar 30 2009

• Division of Sponsored Sources research.uiowa.edu/dsp/main/?get=internat_students_funding International Funding Sources Posted at 2:37pm on Mon, Mar 30 2009

• Foundation Center foundationcenter.org/getstarted/faqs/html/internationalstudents.html International Funding Sources Posted at 2:40pm on Mon, Mar 30 2009

• IFEA www.iefa.org/ Blogs for international students and finacial and resources. Posted at 2:43pm on Mon, Mar 30 2009

• Youth Action Net www.youthactionnet.org/ Russian organization offering scholarships and felowships. Posted at 4:24pm on Wed, Apr 08 2009