JMG and UCU Forge Partnership to Empower Students

January 23, 2025 JMG (formerly known as Jobs for Maine’s Graduates, Inc.) is pleased to announce a meaningful partnership with University Credit Union (UCU) to enhance opportunities for Maine students as they prepare for their next steps in education and career pathways. This collaboration reflects a shared commitment to creating engaging and impactful experiences for…

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UCU Scholarship Program Now Open, Celebrating 10 Years of Supporting Maine Students

ORONO, Maine (January 23, 2025) – Celebrating 10 years of supporting Maine students’ pursuit of higher education, University Credit Union (UCU) is pleased to announce applications are now open for the 2025 UCU Scholarship Program: https://www.ucumaine.com/scholarship/. Since launching the UCU Scholarship in 2016, UCU has awarded $64,000 in scholarships to students pursuing higher education across…

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Conquering Debt: A Simple Guide to Balance Transfers

January 2025 Did the holiday season leave you with credit card debt? You’re not alone! Many find themselves in a similar situation starting into the new year. Next is making a move to overcome that debt, and one of the options is with a credit card balance transfer. Understanding Balance Transfers A balance transfer is…

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UCU to Open Saco Branch in Summer 2025

We are pleased to announce that UCU will open its first branch in York County in 2025! This full-service branch location and operations center will be at 1001 Portland Road in Saco and open in Summer 2025. The new branch will feature state-of-the-art technology, including UCU’s expanding fleet of Video Teller machines, renovated lobby and…

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SavvyMoney Financial Checkup

As a UCU member, you have powerful financial checkup tools at your fingertips! Access SavvyMoney within the UCU Mobile App or Digital Banking by logging in and clicking on”Credit Score/Loan Rates” in the menu. Financial Checkup What’s your financial wellness score? Take the quiz with the Financial Checkup tool to see your score and a…

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UCU Welcomes Beth Beaudoin and Coney Quinn to Mortgage and Lending Teams

ORONO, Maine (December 10, 2024) – University Credit Union (UCU) is pleased to announce two key additions to its mortgage and consumer lending service teams. Beth Beaudoin joins UCU as Mortgage Origination Manager, with more than 24 years of experience in financial services. Most recently, Beaudoin held the role of AVP, Loan Officer at a…

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UCU Announces Key Staff Promotions

ORONO, Maine (November 26, 2024) – University Credit Union (UCU) is pleased to announce the following staff promotions. Stephanie Beck has been promoted to Senior Vice President of Marketing and Community Development. Previously serving as Vice President of Marketing and Community Development, Beck has been a pivotal member of the UCU team since 2016, when…

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Rewarding Reasons to Use Your Credit Card this Season

November 2024 Whether your holiday season is all hustle and bustle or simply cozy and filled with comforts, there is a simple way to maximize your merry: using your rewards credit card for holiday shopping. As long as you can avoid overspending throughout the season, using a credit card to make all your holiday purchases…

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Safe and Secure Shopping this Holiday Season with a Mobile Wallet

November 2024 As holiday shopping begins, it’s a timely reminder to be vigilant about protecting our personal information. This year, consider using a mobile wallet for a safer and more convenient shopping experience. What is a Mobile Wallet? A mobile wallet is a digital application that stores credit, debit, and loyalty cards on a smartphone…

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International Credit Union Day

October 17th is International Credit Union Day!

October 17, 2024 Every year on the third Thursday in October it is International Credit Union Day (ICU Day), a day where credit unions worldwide join together in celebration of the important role credit unions play in our local communities here, and all across the world. It’s also a day dedicated to raise awareness about…

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