On February 20, sixty MSU students stepped into a tournament style sales competition to highlight their sales ability. Participants engage in twenty-minute sales conversations with buyers where they must quickly build rapport, uncover needs, position value, and confidently close. In previous years, students have presented solutions such as technology services and payroll platforms.

MSUFCU had three employees serve as judges for the third year in a row across the three main sales rounds. Serving as a judge in this competition allows for us to give students quick and detailed feedback regardless of whether they advance to the next round. Students are able to gain exposure, feedback, and networking opportunities with multiple corporate partners and sponsors of the Sales Leadership Minor.

While the competition itself lasts just one day, its impact extends far beyond. Students are able to request mentorship for the semester or job shadows in their preferred field. MSUFCU works closely with the students involved in the Sales Leadership Minor to provide professional development helping students turn classroom knowledge into real world confidence.

Ring in spring with The Social at 311's newest season of activities! The MSUFCU member exclusive event series is returning to showcase more local vendors and new experiences.

Hosted at 311 Abbot in East Lansing, evenings feature a downtown view of MSU campus, food from a local vendor, mocktails by American Fifth, and live music. The 2026 Spring Season features: a March 2 crocheting class with Woven Art and Yarn; an April 6 bouquet building tutorial with Sparrow Bloom; and May 4 food tour, including samples from Smokeshow BBQ and The Social Sloth (can accommodate dietary needs).

Whether you'd like to explore a new hobby or catch up with your MSUFCU friends, we look forward to seeing you there! To register, visit The Social at 311 page.

These are member exclusive events, and members may purchase up to a total of four tickets for $35 per person. An MSUFCU account is required for payment, and tickets must be purchased in advance.

For nearly two years, Oakland University Credit Union has partnered with Apple Developer Academy to bring a variety of financial education and career enhancing workshops to the heart of downtown Detroit. This includes topics such as credit, account management, fraud prevention and more. These workshops are led on sight by OU Credit Union's Financial Educators. Along with the financial literacy focus, OU Credit Union also features speakers from different departments to provide professional development focused on resume building and mock interviews, digital development, and insight into capital fundraising.

Program participants have given feedback on their experience while joining the sessions. Some have noted improvements to their individual relationship with finances along with having more confidence for future job interviews. As this partnership continues to grow, OU Credit Union looks forward to assisting more learners in the future with their financial education needs.

Are you looking to increase your own financial wellness? Visit the Financial 4.0 website to register for upcoming events and choose from a variety of articles to boost your financial knowledge.

Since 2023, MSUFCU has been the Standing Ovation sponsor for the Brighton Center for the Performing Arts' annual performance seasons, helping to attract new talent and drive community engagement for the Brighton community. Arts and Culture is a key pillar of MSUFCU's charitable giving because these experiences are essential to building thriving communities where our members want to live and work.

The BCPA was created to bring quality arts and entertainment experiences to Livingston County, providing vital community education opportunities for students in Brighton Area Schools. As the performing arts branch of Brighton Area Schools, the BCPA is located on the Brighton High School campus. With event lineups featuring concert-style performances, comedians, magicians, theatrical performances, musical theater, and more, the BCPA brings the community together for laughter, joy, and unique cultural experiences.

For the 2025-2026 season, the BCPA has partnered with local nonprofit organizations to give them additional community exposure and to donate a portion of all ticket sales to the featured nonprofit for each show. Additionally, attendees are encouraged to bring physical goods and to purchase concessions to support these organizations. Featured organizations include: Tools for Veterans, Toys for Tots, the BCPA Tech Club, Veterans Connected, and the Livingston County Animal Shelter. Learn more at their website.