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How successful are SCMS grads? We’ve got success stories!

If you are considering enrollment in Southwest CUNA Management School, there’s nothing better than hearing from graduates who have attended and benefited. You can find two new stories from attendees on the SCMS website.


Honoring Nancy Croix-Stroud’s Legacy

After nearly five decades in credit unions, United Texas Credit Union Executive Vice President Nancy Croix-Stroud has announced her retirement at the end of April.


Imagine being recognized for the work you do every day

Imagine the pride you would feel from being recognized by your peers and the larger credit union movement for the great work you do every day.


Credit unions can raise funds for CMN Hospitals

This April, Credit Unions for Kids will be fundraising for local children’s hospitals through an ATM Fundraising campaign. You can participate by donating a portion of your ATM foreign transaction fees to support Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals.


Make an impact! Give via the 2022 Annual Giving Campaign

The Cornerstone Foundation’s Annual Giving Campaign is a unique opportunity for credit unions to collaboratively raise funds for our shared mission.


NCUA sends letter to credit unions on CAMELS rating system

The National Credit Union Administration Board approved a final rule that added the Sensitivity to Market Risk, or “S,” component to the existing CAMEL rating system and redefined the Liquidity Risk, or “L,” component.


Waters introduces landmark FOM bill for underserved communities

Yesterday, House Financial Services Committee Chair Rep. Maxine Waters (D-Calif.) introduced the landmark Expanding Financial Access for Underserved Communities Act, which is supported by CUNA, Cornerstone League, and other leagues.


Is your overdraft program free from bias?

Incorporating consumer data and innovative technologies, such as artificial intelligence (AI) or machine learning, into service delivery strategies has become more commonplace amid the pandemic as consumer service expectations change and fintech competition increases.


Arlington Women’s Alliance names Washima Huq a Rising Star

Executive Director Washima Huq of the Texas Trust Gives Foundation, the nonprofit arm of Texas Trust Credit Union, has received the Rising Star award from the Greater Arlington Chamber’s Women’s Alliance.


PrimeWay FCU eliminates overdraft protection fees

PrimeWay Federal Credit Union is eliminating all overdraft protection fees and lowering non-sufficient funds (NSF) fees to $15. The change goes into effect on June 1. This is the next step in better money management.


New CEO at Cherokee Strip Credit Union

Cherokee Strip Credit Union has named Spike Henderson as its new president and chief executive officer, effective March 2, 2022, as outgoing CEO Johnny O’Hare moves to Florida to care for family.


Credit Union Leaders Gather for an Exciting Week at CUNA GAC

As credit unions map out their recovery from the pandemic, they’re looking to their peers for clues on economic health and what the regulatory environment will look like in the months ahead.


Worldwide Foundation Launches Campaign to Support Ukraine’s Credit Unions

Worldwide Foundation for Credit Unions (WFCU) launched a new fundraising effort in support of Ukrainian credit unions impacted by the current military conflict in the Eastern European nation.


Deadline to register for the Ambassador Program March 15 session approaching

The Oklahoma Legislature is now in session! Get in on the action and register for the March 15 session of the Oklahoma Ambassador Program, where you’ll learn about the inner workings of Oklahoma political affairs.


Cornerstone Resources Executive Search VP Discusses Hiring Top Talent in The Cornerstone League Podcast

In our latest episode of The Cornerstone League Podcast, Cornerstone Resources Executive Search and Professional Recruiting Vice President Marcus Cotton talks about what credit union leaders can do to attract top talent to their credit unions, what candidates are looking for in a role, and the benefits of raw talent.


Geopolitical Events Increase the Likelihood of Imminent Cyberattacks on Financial Institutions

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has recently issued two alerts addressing risks from Russian State-Sponsored cyber threats and highlighted recent malicious cyber incidents suffered by public and private entities in Ukraine.


CDFI Applications Consolidate Under One Process

National Credit Union Administration issued a notice on Feb. 24 to note that the streamlined application process for Community Development Financial Institution certification is being phased out.


NCUA to Distribute $569M Under Corporate System Resolution Program

NCUA announced this week that it will distribute $569 million to corporate credit unions that were liquidated in 2010.


CO-OP Financial Services is Now Co-op Solutions

CO-OP Financial Services, the payments CUSO based in Rancho Cucamonga, Calif., has rebranded to become Co-op Solutions.


Texas Trust Celebrates Six Graduates from Cornerstone Leadership Academy

Six Texas Trust Credit Union employees advanced their learning and industry knowledge through the Cornerstone Leadership Academy.

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