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FIU football players receive financial literacy training as NIL opportunities reshape college athletics

Chime, Budget University, and FIU hosted a hands-on workshop for 100-plus football players covering budgets, financial planning, credit, saving, and NIL opportunities.

FIU football players receive financial literacy training as NIL opportunities reshape college athletics
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FIU football players are preparing for the new sports year with more than just weight room training. As name, image, and likeness opportunities continue to reshape college athletics, many student-athletes are earning income before even entering 
the professional workforce.

Last week, Chime, the financial literacy platform Budget University, and FIU hosted a hands-on educational workshop for more than 100 football players. 

The session covered budgets, financial planning, credit, saving, and NIL opportunities.

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