The American College of Financial Services

10/14/2026

Specialists need specialists, too.

After retiring from her corporate job, Andrea Falzarano was ready to pursue her passion for glass artistry full-time. Along the way, she turned to a financial advisor with specialized expertise to help make that transition possible. Hear how her advisor, educated with us, helped her plan for the next chapter.

Learn how specialized education can take your expertise further: https://www.theamericancollege.edu/specialized

10/05/2026

What if building your financial confidence could also move your education forward? 🎓

Command Your Cash® is a free, self-guided personal finance course created for the military community. Through our partnership with The American College of Financial Services, eligible learners may earn three college credit hours.

Learn at your own pace, strengthen your everyday money skills and work toward your education goals — wherever MilLife takes you. Get started 👉: https://lms.usaaef.org/product?catalog=Command-Your-Cash.

09/30/2026

The 401(k) was created decades ago, but its role in retirement planning continues to evolve.

In this episode of our Shares podcast, Michael Finke, PhD, CFP® joins Vanguard’s Fu Tan, PhD, and Ted Benna, the father of the 401(k), to explore the creation and evolution of one of the most widely used retirement savings tools. Hear Benna's story behind the 401(k), how it's used today, and what alternative approaches can add to the retirement planning conversation.

Watch and listen to the full episode now: https://www.theamericancollege.edu/knowledge-hub/podcasts/the-creation-popularization-and-evolution-of-the-401k

09/29/2026

Registration for DAF Forum 2027 is officially open!

Join us March 9-10, 2027 in Fort Worth, TX for two days of engaging workshops, structured networking opportunities, and insightful keynote speakers delving deep into the subject of donor-advised funds (DAFs). You'll enhance your knowledge of DAFs and specialized philanthropic planning strategies and gain the tools to take your career to the next level.

Learn more and register today: https://events.theamericancollege.edu/daf-forum/

09/18/2026

What does a career in financial services really look like? Pursue℠ has the answer.

Lindsey Lewis, MBA, ChFC®, CFP® and Valencia Gabay, PhD, CFEI® discuss everything the new, 100% free microcourse has to offer in a recent interview with The College. They cover the various career paths within the industry, the importance of career clarity, how Pursue℠ can help aspiring and early-career professionals find their fit, and more.

Read the full interview: https://www.theamericancollege.edu/knowledge-hub/insights/exploring-financial-services-with-pursue

Lindsey Lewis and Valencia Gabay share how PursueSM helps aspiring and early career professionals find their place in financial services.

09/17/2026

This Hispanic Heritage Month, we're continuing our mission to empower all individuals to make informed financial decisions.

The Know Yourself, Grow Your Wealth® program, which is available in Spanish through our partnership with Comercio TV, provides learners free access to the tools and knowledge they need to pursue their financial goals with confidence.

Want to learn more about the importance of financial literacy? Listen in as Timi Joy Jorgensen, PhD, discusses this topic!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I1xmSHK3qdo

09/14/2026

A life insurance policy offers one of the most strategic ways to establish a legacy at The College. You can create a meaningful gift to help ensure future students have the resources they need by:

✍️Naming The College as a beneficiary

🔀Transferring ownership of an existing policy

💡Establishing a new policy in The College's name

By including The College in your planned giving, you can also become a member of our 1927 Legacy Society, which honors individuals who have invested in the future of financial services.

Learn more about how a gift of life insurance qualifies you for membership in the 1927 Legacy Society here: https://legacy.theamericancollege.edu/LI

09/11/2026

On this day, September 11, we pause to solemnly remember the lives lost, honor the efforts of our service members and first responders, and recognize the communities changed forever. We will never forget.

09/11/2026

We're proud to announce that we've won twice at the 2026 Wealth Management Industry Awards!

The College was recognized as a finalist for five awards, and we ultimately took home awards for:

🏆 Industry Associations — Consumer Awareness Campaign
🏆 DE&I — Conference of African American Financial Professionals (CAAFP)

Congratulations to all the thought leaders, faculty, and staff at The College who made this achievement possible. Thank you to Wealth Management for this gratifying recognition, and congratulations to our fellow nominees!

09/08/2026

Summer may be winding down, but it’s never too late to get a lesson in retirement planning. 📚

The Retirement Course™ is a 100% free program designed to help you understand the many factors — some financial, some not — involved in building a successful retirement and how to apply them. As you get back into a routine this fall, a few hours of learning could make a lasting difference!

Learn more: https://www.theamericancollege.edu/learn/consumer-financial-education/the-retirement-course