When Addison and Angie submitted an Elevate idea, they noted that KU staff and faculty would benefit from clearer financial literacy resources, guidance, and training opportunities related to KU financial processes and budgeting practices. Financial information and procedures were often difficult to navigate, especially for new employees or individuals without a finance background.
In response, the Financial Shared Service Center and campus partners expanded financial literacy resources and training opportunities across the university. The initiative introduced knowledge base guides, training materials, lunch and learns, budgeting sessions, and new employee education to help faculty and staff better understand KU financial systems and processes.
Resources are now available through New Employee Orientation, the Finance Service Portal Knowledge Base, campus communications, and direct support from finance staff. Additional efforts are underway to develop short instructional videos and further improve resource accessibility.
The project continues as an ongoing initiative focused on improving understanding of financial processes, reducing confusion, and increasing access to financial education resources across campus.
Fellow Change Agents:
- Addison Keegan Harris
- Angie Loving
- Cindy Jacobson
- Missy Somers
- Tanner Grubbs
- Alina Edmondson
- Jessica Chilcoat
- Chris Bell
- Amy Carlson
- JMC 645 Media Arts Capstone Students (Spring 2026)
Impact of idea:
- Expanded access to financial literacy, budgeting resources, and finance support tools across campus
- Reduced confusion around financial processes while improving onboarding and training opportunities for employees
- Enhanced accessibility of financial guidance materials and encouraged more proactive financial planning and budgeting discussions
