As we wrap up our involvement in Cedar Rapids Pride Fest, I’ve been asked to write a blog post about Pride & Diversity in the workplace- from a new intern’s perspective. One of the first projects I got insight on when my internship began was Collins CCU’s involvement with local Pride celebrations. Our team members designed t-shirts, planned a booth, recruited volunteers, created snapchat filters, and spoke often of the festival with eager excitement. It was awesome to see us not just lend the Collins name, but our time, money, and staff.

Opening a credit card can be a daunting adventure and navigating the application process can be downright confusing. With thousands of different cards available (each with different benefits and boundaries), there are a few questions you should ask yourself before deciding.

Summer is always the highly anticipated catalyst for fun. During the school year, eager children everywhere cling to the promise of sunny skies, long days, and endless adventure. However, once the warm weather arrives and freedom comes, boredom seems to be more common than adventure itself. To combat the summer blues, we’ve concocted a list of ten cheap-and-easy family activities for you to try this summer!

Whether you’re a recent grad or a veteran worker, the job market can be a difficult place to navigate, and the appropriate response to a job offer will vary based on one’s lifestyle, goals, and priorities. For example, a family-oriented person might prefer a steady 9-to-5 with good benefits over a high-paying but wacky-houred gig. So, before you commit to a position, consider the following points:

The link between money as a source of stress and a couple’s relationship challenges is clear, but an often-overlooked fact is that couples experiencing financial disagreements rarely revolves around a lack of money to spend on basic necessities. In other words, money itself does not cause relationship difficulties, but is often a distraction that masks deeper concerns or areas of disagreement between the two.