According to a recent study from FinanceBuzz, nearly two-thirds of Gen Zs don’t own a checkbook. Gone are the days when you’d write down every dollar that came in or went out of your account in balanced checkbook ledger. Today, most people manage their finances online. But the idea of a checkbook as a space where you track your funds on a regular basis is key to financial success. Here are a few ways to create a financial “checkbook” that works for you.
 
Find a Manageable Tracking Method

November is National Native American Heritage Month. This is a time to recognize and celebrate the history of your tribe and the Indigenous people of Turtle Island. The workplace offers wonderful opportunities to share your culture and educate others about Native traditions. Here are a few ways to do just that.
 
Create or Join an Employee Resource Group (ERG)

November is National Native American Heritage Month, a time to celebrate traditions and culture of Indigenous peoples across the United States. It's a wonderful opportunity to recognize Indigenous heritage in a way that is meaningful to you. Here are some ideas for observing this special month.
 
Watch Gather

David Snow has a cool job. In fact, his work is supercool. He’s a cryogenic engineer with Rigetti Computing, a company based in Berkeley, Calif., that designs and builds quantum computers that run at near absolute zero — roughly minus 460 degrees Fahrenheit.

Right place, right time? For Roylene Comes At Night, a decision to compete in NAISEF (the National American Indian Science and Engineering Fair sponsored by AISES) came at just the right time.

Being able to effectively communicate with your teachers is critical to your academic success. In fact, according to the majority of people who responded to a Pew Research Center study, communication is the most important skill needed to succeed. Here are a few ways to help you communicate effectively with your teachers.
 
Address Them Respectfully

Jayson Pomfret is on his own unique path. A proud member of the Métis Nation of Ontario, he is a fourth-year health sciences student at Queen’s University in Ontario, specializing in the physiological basis of health and disease. With a deep-rooted passion for medicine and advocacy, Pomfret has dedicated his academic journey to understanding the intricacies of the human body while simultaneously maintaining a strong commitment to helping Indigenous communities.

Growing up in Tucson, Ariz., surrounded by the Sonoran Desert, Nadira Mitchell was always interested in the natural world. As a child, she remembers collecting snails after the monsoon rains and taking notes on her observations. “My mother would always remind me to thank them for their knowledge,” says Mitchell. “She instilled within me a love and respect for all animals and other living beings, rooted in our Navajo culture.”

It’s time again for the AISES National Conference! This year’s conference will take place in San Antonio, Texas, from October 3 to 5 — don’t miss this amazing opportunity for new and returning Indigenous students and professionals to learn, grow, and share their knowledge. It can be challenging to step away from your responsibilities, so if you are able to attend you want to make it worthwhile. Here are a few ways to ensure you get the most out of the AISES National Conference.
 
Make a List

The countdown to the AISES National Conference is on! This year’s conference, with the theme Rivers of Resilience — Sustaining Indigenous Innovation, is in San Antonio, Texas, October 3–5. If you’ve never been to an AISES National Conference, it’s an amazing opportunity for Indigenous students and professionals to learn, grow, and share their knowledge. With so much to do and so many people to see, it can be overwhelming. Here are a few ways to get the most out of your time.
 
Make Sure You’re Able to Go