College is expensive! Between tuition, books, and supplies, it can be overwhelming to see the cost. I know when I was in college, I wanted to do anything I could to reduce the amount of money I would have to pay back when I graduated. Fortunately, there are lots of scholarships out there, including Pelican State Credit Union’s Team Pelican …
Day in the Life of a Pelican Member Solutions Rep.: Nicole Rogers
Our Member Solutions Representatives talk with our members each day to help them find solutions when roadblocks happen in life. They work closely with our members to help them keep their accounts in good standing, offering other ways to make payments and get back on track when “life happens.” Nicole Rogers gives us a look at a day in the …
Beak Squeak: the Squeakquel – 2018 so Far
If you’re unfamiliar, the Beak Squad is Pelican State Credit Union’s team member-run committee responsible for fundraising initiatives and volunteer opportunities. This year, all of our fundraising efforts benefit our charity of the year, Dreams Come True of Louisiana. You might be wondering, “How is this a squeakquel?” Check out this blog post to see some of the fundraising and …
Spotlight On: Opelousas General Health System
Did you know Pelican was originally chartered as the Department of Hospitals Credit Union? That’s right! Our main membership served the employees of Louisiana charity hospitals, mental health centers and state office personnel. We have since expanded to add several different industries to our field of membership but continue to serve many hospital employees around the state. There is even …
Oh, Baby: Preparing and Saving for Parenthood
It’s no secret that babies are expensive! Several years ago, my husband and I wanted to make sure we were financially ready for the responsibility of parenthood. At first it seemed like a very daunting task. We decided to tackle it a little at a time which made it easier than I had expected. I’ve heard people say that they …
Louisiana Sports Stars Making an Impact Off the Field
Here in the great state of Louisiana, our residents take pride in where they are from. The culture in the Pelican State is like no other, and a large portion of that culture revolves around two things: food and sports. Our love of sports is unmatched. Sports serve as a form of community, bringing people together no matter their external …