UNIVERSITY CREDIT UNION


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Locations: LOS ANGELES, SOUTHLAND, LOUISIANA, CALIFORNIA, CHLOE

University Credit Union Levels Up Student Support with Innovative NIL Deal for Saint Mary's College Student-Athletes

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Wednesday, May 8, 2024

LOS ANGELES and MORAGA, Calif. , May 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- University Credit Union (UCU), a financial institution built by the university community for the university community,  announced a groundbreaking partnership with Saint Mary's College today. This first-of-its-kind NIL (name, image, and likeness) deal extends financial support and educational resources to every member of the men's and  women's basketball teams at Saint Mary's College.

Key Points: 
  • LOS ANGELES and MORAGA, Calif. , May 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- University Credit Union (UCU), a financial institution built by the university community for the university community,  announced a groundbreaking partnership with Saint Mary's College today.
  • This first-of-its-kind NIL (name, image, and likeness) deal extends financial support and educational resources to every member of the men's and women's basketball teams at Saint Mary's College.
  • "We are thrilled to partner with Saint Mary's College and its talented student athletes," said Dr. David Tuyo II, CEO and President of University Credit Union.
  • The partnership offers Saint Mary's College athletes several benefits, including:
    Building a solid financial foundation: Ensuring the Saint Mary's College community has the skills and resources to achieve financial independence after graduation and beyond
    This partnership also strengthens UCU's connection with the Saint Mary's  College community.

University Credit Union and Pepperdine University Announce Renewal of 30+ Year Partnership

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Thursday, April 11, 2024

LOS ANGELES, April 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Pepperdine University is proud to announce the extension and enhancement of University Credit Union (UCU) as Pepperdine Athletics' official financial institution. The partnership provides continued support for the success of college athletics and academics at Pepperdine University and allows UCU to provide a financial advantage as a key community partner with the entire university community, including students, staff, faculty, alumni, and parents. 

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  • LOS ANGELES, April 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Pepperdine University is proud to announce the extension and enhancement of University Credit Union (UCU) as Pepperdine Athletics' official financial institution .
  • "We are so proud to continue our strong partnership with University Credit Union," Pepperdine University's Director of Athletics, Steve Potts, said.
  • "After 30 years of dedicated partnership, we are still as excited as ever to support the ongoing athletic and academic success of Pepperdine University," said Dr. David Tuyo II, the CEO and President of University Credit Union.
  • Van Wagner , a world-leading agency that manages the Pepperdine Athletics' sponsorship and marketing partners program, secured the partnership.

University Credit Union Announces NIL Deal with Top California Baptist University Women's Basketball Player, Chloe Webb

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Monday, April 8, 2024

LOS ANGELES, April 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- University Credit Union (UCU) is thrilled to announce its first name, image, and likeness (NIL) deal with Chloe Webb from California Baptist University (CBU) who has demonstrated outstanding athleticism and helped secure her teams' invitation to the NCAA tournament by winning the Western Athletic Conference (WAC) title in women's basketball. The deal is the first-ever NIL agreement secured during the WAC tournament and is UCU's first NIL agreement with a student-athlete.

Key Points: 
  • The deal is the first-ever NIL agreement secured during the WAC tournament and is UCU's first NIL agreement with a student-athlete.
  • Chloe accepted an NIL partnership offer that secures her membership with UCU and her participation in promoting the financial well-being of all members in the university community.
  • "I am so excited to be one of the first student athletes to have this amazing opportunity to partner with an organization like University Credit Union," Chloe Webb said.
  • The NIL agreement aligns with UCU's 70-plus-year commitment to the academic and athletic success of university and college communities nationwide.

University Credit Union Announces First-Ever Athletic NIL Opportunity at 2024 Western Athletic Conference Basketball Tournament

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Wednesday, March 13, 2024

LOS ANGELES, March 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- University Credit Union (UCU) is proud to present a revolutionary name, image, and likeness (NIL) opportunity to two basketball student-athletes who will compete at the 2024 Hercules Tires Western Athletic Conference (WAC) Basketball Tournament in Las Vegas. The deals will represent the first-ever NIL opportunities offered in the WAC's history.

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  • LOS ANGELES, March 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- University Credit Union (UCU) is proud to present a revolutionary name, image, and likeness (NIL) opportunity to two basketball student-athletes who will compete at the 2024 Hercules Tires Western Athletic Conference (WAC) Basketball Tournament in Las Vegas.
  • At the conclusion of the March 13-16 tournament, UCU will select one men's basketball player and one women's basketball player from WAC member institutions as UCU student-athlete ambassadors.
  • UCU will then present the selected players with the opportunity to sign an NIL agreement with UCU.
  • The NIL opportunity in the sport of basketball is the latest partnership between UCU and the WAC in the college athletics world.

University Credit Union Becomes the Official Financial Institution and Official Credit Union Partner of the Southland Conference

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Wednesday, January 24, 2024

FRISCO, Texas, Jan. 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- University Credit Union (UCU), in partnership with the Southland Conference, is proud to announce its designation as the official financial institution and credit union partner of the Southland Conference. This prolific partnership not only continues to solidify UCU's position as the premier financial ally for university and college communities, but also marks the first credit union sponsorship in the history of the Southland Conference. 

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  • Expands Member Access to Students, Employees, Alumni, and Families of Southland Conference Schools
    FRISCO, Texas, Jan. 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- University Credit Union (UCU), in partnership with the Southland Conference , is proud to announce its designation as the official financial institution and credit union partner of the Southland Conference.
  • As part of this partnership, UCU will be incorporated into marketing and promotional efforts at Southland Conference championships and events year-round.
  • "We are very pleased to welcome University Credit Union as the Official Financial Institution and Credit Union Partner of the Southland Conference,."
  • The conference schools include Houston Christian University (formerly Houston Baptist University), the University of the Incarnate Word, Lamar University, McNeese State University, University of New Orleans, Nicholls State University, Northwestern State University, Southeastern Louisiana University, Texas A&M University-Commerce, and Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi.

University Credit Union Announces Partnership with University of Texas at Arlington Athletics

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Wednesday, January 17, 2024

LOS ANGELES, Jan. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- University Credit Union (UCU) is proud to announce its partnership with and dedicated support for University of Texas at Arlington (UTA) Athletics. The partnership expands membership access to UTA students, employees, alumni, and families affiliated with the second largest school in the UT system and signifies an opportunity for UCU to expand its continued support of higher education and positively impact university communities in other regions.

Key Points: 
  • LOS ANGELES, Jan. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- University Credit Union (UCU) is proud to announce its partnership with and dedicated support for University of Texas at Arlington (UTA) Athletics.
  • With UCU's distinguished history of support within the University of California (UC) system, the partnership represents an important opportunity to bring UCU's expertise to Texas and promote its university communities' financial well-being and long-term success.
  • "We couldn't be more excited to team up and win with the UT Arlington Athletics Department," said Dr. David Tuyo II, CEO and President of University Credit Union.
  • "We're thrilled to begin what we hope will be a long and successful partnership with University Credit Union," said Jon Fagg, UTA Director of Athletics.

University Credit Union Cuts Ribbon on New Headquarters & Westwood Advisory Center

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Wednesday, December 27, 2023

LOS ANGELES, Dec. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- After extensive renovations, University Credit Union (UCU) is proud to announce the official ribbon-cutting ceremony at its new headquarters and the Westwood Advisory Center, located at 1500 S. Sepulveda Blvd. in West Los Angeles. This ceremony, held on December 19th celebrated the first major renovation since the building opened in the early 1990s. Many UCU team members attended the event, including the executive team, the UCU board of directors, and key university partners.

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  • Transformative Design Provides Personalized Member Experience, Improves Energy Efficiency, and Enhances Employee Hybrid Work Environment
    LOS ANGELES, Dec. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- After extensive renovations, University Credit Union (UCU) is proud to announce the official ribbon-cutting ceremony at its new headquarters and the Westwood Advisory Center , located at 1500 S. Sepulveda Blvd.
  • This ceremony, held on December 19th celebrated the first major renovation since the building opened in the early 1990s.
  • Many UCU team members attended the event, including the executive team, the UCU board of directors, and key university partners.
  • They also represent the innovative culture that propels University Credit Union forward as a leading financial partner with university communities."

Media Advisory: University Credit Union Announces Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony At Newly Renovated HQ & Westwood Advisory Center

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Thursday, December 14, 2023

LOS ANGELES, Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- University Credit Union (UCU) will host a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the newly renovated UCU Headquarters & Westwood Advisory Center. The event will include attendance by key partners & stakeholders, refreshments, speeches by executive leadership, as well as interview availability from Dr. David Tuyo II, CEO & President of UCU.

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  • The ceremony will take place on Tuesday, December 19th, 2023 at 11:00 am
    LOS ANGELES, Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- University Credit Union (UCU) will host a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the newly renovated UCU Headquarters & Westwood Advisory Center .
  • The event will include attendance by key partners & stakeholders, refreshments, speeches by executive leadership, as well as interview availability from Dr. David Tuyo II, CEO & President of UCU.
  • The event celebrates an innovative industry design that eliminates traditional teller lines to allow for more personalized member service in a state-of-the-art facility.
  • Attendance at the event will include UCU team members, executive leadership, members of the board of directors, key university partners, and local media.

University Credit Union Celebrates 10 Years Supporting UCLA Mattel Children's Hospital

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Thursday, December 14, 2023

LOS ANGELES, Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- University Credit Union (UCU) is proud to announce the success of the Annual Toy & Book Drive for Mattel Children's Hospital. For over a decade, UCU has been a dedicated partner with the UCLA Mattel Children's Hospital and the more than 6,000 children they treat annually. This year, UCU was able to raise over $18,000 in donations, in addition to the books and toys. UCU's sponsored book cart also delivered books and toys directly to patients and their families, to help enrich their minds and lives during the life-changing care provided by the hospital.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- University Credit Union (UCU) is proud to announce the success of the Annual Toy & Book Drive for Mattel Children's Hospital.
  • For over a decade, UCU has been a dedicated partner with the UCLA Mattel Children's Hospital and the more than 6,000 children they treat annually.
  • "I want to thank all of our members for their generous support and recognize UCLA Mattel Children's Hospital for the incredible work they do for our community."
  • Toy, book, and monetary donations were collected online, at select UCU Advisory Centers , and delivered directly to the UCLA Mattel Children's Hospital on December 12th, 2023.

University Credit Union Announces Hiring Of Industry-Leading Talent

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Tuesday, June 27, 2023

LOS ANGELES, June 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- After four consecutive years of loan and membership growth which has led to over $1.2 billion in assets and over 50,000 members served, UCU is excited to announce the hiring of Megan Eisenhard as Chief Growth Officer and Kalyana Sundaram as Chief Information Officer to further UCU's growth and innovation goals in 2023 and beyond. This announcement comes amidst several other internal promotions and new hires designed to strengthen the team's diverse set of skills and experience.

Key Points: 
  • This announcement comes amidst several other internal promotions and new hires designed to strengthen the team's diverse set of skills and experience.
  • During her tenure, she led the Campus+ division, forging comprehensive partnerships and marketing programs that connected priority university initiatives with the corporate community.
  • "Our mission and dedication to the university community is truly about the people and members that belong to it.
  • In the past year, they have invested millions in financial support to their partner schools and held hundreds of on-campus events.