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Introducing the Basic Needs Collective’s Adulting 101 Series

The Adulting 101 program is part of the Basic Needs Collective, designed to help students gain essential life skills in a supportive community. Participants will join a small cohort to engage in a series of meaningful, guided discussions focused on practical topics like financial wellness, stress management and building healthy relationships.

Each session is designed to help you thrive both in and out of school, and lunch will be provided at every meeting. Participants who complete all four sessions will be eligible for a BNC Adulting 101 Stipend, generously provided by the Parent Fund. With only 10 spots available, be sure to register by Thursday, Oct. 10 at 11:59 p.m. to secure your place.

All sessions will take place in the Basic Needs Collective group room, located in the Union basement, just below the food court.

Session breakdown:

  1. Financial Wellness | Oct. 14
    Learn the essentials of managing your finances, including budgeting, saving, investing, credit scores and student loans. Gain practical tools for long-term financial stability.
  2. Student Wellness & Stress Management | Oct. 21
    Explore strategies for maintaining your well-being throughout your academic journey. This session will focus on stress management, self-care and balancing school with life.
  3. Relationship Wellness | Oct. 28
    Understand how to build and maintain healthy relationships, both romantic and platonic. We’ll discuss communication, boundaries and ways to foster meaningful connections.
  4. End-of-Series Celebration | Nov. 4
    Wrap up the series with a reflection on what you’ve learned and how to apply these lifelong skills moving forward.

Apply to be selected for this program here.

If you have any questions or need further information, please don’t hesitate to reach out to basicneedscollective@sa.utah.edu.