WRS News Online for Employees
May 2, 2022 8:00am May 2022 Edition

Wisconsin Strong Program Receives Award

ETF received a 2021 Governor’s Financial Literacy Award for its pilot financial wellness program, Wisconsin Strong: Your Financial Security™. The program provided targeted and online education, resources, and tools to help employees and retirees maximize their WRS benefits, grow their financial knowledge, and achieve personal financial goals.

Department News
Feb 28, 2022 8:00am
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ETF Financial Wellness Program Selected as National Case Study

ETF was selected as one of five national case studies for its innovative, pilot financial wellness program, Wisconsin Strong: Your Financial Security™. Register for a webinar on March 3, presented by MissionSquare Research Institute, for a review of key practitioner-oriented takeaways from the case studies.

Department News
Feb 21, 2022 10:30am
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ETF Receives 2021 Governor's Financial Literacy Award

ETF recently received a 2021 Governor’s Financial Literacy Award for its pilot financial wellness program, Wisconsin Strong: Your Financial Security™. More than 18,000 WRS members and their families participated in the program, which concludes at the end of February 2022.

WRS News Online for Employees
Jan 18, 2022 8:00am January 2022 Edition

Savi Helps WRS Members and Families with Student Loan Debt

If you or a family member are struggling with student loan debt, Savi can help navigate the complexities of federal student loan programs to lower payments or forgive loans. This program is free for WRS members and their families

Department News
Jan 6, 2022 3:30pm
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Workshop: Student Loan Debt Relief

Find out how to prepare for repayment and avoid student loan debt relief scams at this free workshop, Student Loan Debt Relief, on January 20 and 21. Presented by the Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions, Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection, and Savi.

Department News
Nov 30, 2021 2:00pm
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Webinar: Money, Visions, and Goals

This December 15 Money, Visions, and Goals webinar will help you better understand how you can use money to reach your financial goals. Register now for the morning or evening session!

WRS News Online for Employees
Nov 12, 2021 8:00am Nov 2021 Edition
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Savi: Student Loan Relief Program for WRS Members

Don’t let student loan debt be a barrier to achieving your personal or financial goals. If you need help navigating the complexities of federal student loan programs to lower payments or forgive loans, check out the free Savi Student Loan Relief Program.

Department News
Nov 8, 2021 9:00am
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Webinar: Holiday Spending

When the holiday season is in full swing, it’s more critical than ever to keep on track with your spending. At this webinar on November 17, you'll learn tips and tricks that will help you avoid overspending. Register now for the morning or evening session!

Department News
Oct 26, 2021 10:00am

Gov. Evers Proclaims October as National Retirement Security Month

Gov. Tony Evers proclaimed the month of October as National Retirement Security Month in Wisconsin. The proclamation is part of a nationwide effort to raise awareness about the importance of exploring options and saving to ensure a financially secure retirement.

Department News
Oct 4, 2021 2:00pm
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October: National Retirement Security Month

There is no better time to start taking steps to ensure you have a secure retirement! Throughout the month of October, register for ETF's popular Preparing for Your Retirement webinar or other webinars on budgeting, investing, financial planning, and the Wisconsin Deferred Compensation Program.