About Us

About Us

The Student Money Management Center (SMMC) is a free personal finance coaching and education resource for Mississippi State University students. We understand that finances seem daunting at first, but we’re here to make financial wellness make sense.

About the SMMC

The Student Money Management Center helps students gain finance confidence and skills in areas such as:

  • Budgeting
  • Paying for School
  • Student Loans
  • Saving and Investing
  • Building Credit
  • Study Abroad
  • Preparing for Post-Grad Life
  • And Much More

SMMC Staff

Team Leadership

Mallorie Smith

Financial Wellness Coordinator

Hi there! My name is Mallorie Smith, and I am the Financial Wellness Coordinator for the Student Money Management Center. I have been a resident of Starkville since I came here for undergrad in 2011 and have since gotten my bachelor’s degree and an MBA, though I’m currently at the beginning of obtaining a Ph.D. in Instructional Systems and Workforce Development. To me, learning good financial skills and behaviors has always meant having freedom to create a life you’re passionate about. As you start building your life here at MSU, I hope that we can empower you to take control over your own financial wellness.

Dawson Archer

Graduate Assistant

Hello there! My name is Dawson Archer, and I'm the Graduate Assistant for the Student Money Management Center this year. I graduated with a bachelor's degree in history from MSU and am currently working on my MBA. Through coursework and my experience managing a non-profit organization's finances, I'm thrilled to share the knowledge I've gained. I'm excited to serve as the Graduate Assistant as we continue to grow the program and help students along their own personal finance journey!

Student Team

Haleigh Clarke

Money Mentor

Certified Financial Peer Mentor

Hello there! My name is Haleigh Clarke, and I am a senior Kinesiology major with a concentration in Performance Fitness here at Mississippi State. Through my prior job experiences and organization positions at State, I have accumulated various knowledge and information that I am eager to share with everyone. I am thrilled to be a Money Mentor this year as it will help me better my leadership and engagement skills for my career. I’m looking forward to meeting, informing, and helping you along your financial path here at Mississippi State!

Cole Crowson

Money Mentor

Certified Financial Peer Mentor

Hello! My name is Cole Crowson, I am an incoming Junior and am working as a Money Mentor for the Student Money Management Center this year! I graduated from Holmes Community College with my Associates Degree in Finance, and am now pursuing my Bachelor's and MBA in the same subject. I have learned a lot of financial tips and information throughout my time in school and time in external studies, and I am very passionate to help students better their financial literacy as well as to help budget and financially guide you through college! 

Jessie Gonzalez

Money Mentor

Certified Financial Peer Mentor

Hello! My name is Jessie Gonzalez, and I am a junior majoring in Economics and French with a concentration in International Business. I am a Peer Coach and Research Intern for the Student Money Management Center. I am excited to begin this journey with the SMMC as I have always enjoyed learning and researching all sorts of different financial topics. Through my past experiences and involvement on campus I am eager to share my knowledge and help others reach their financial goals. 

Frances Richards

Intern

Hey! My name is Frances Richards, and I am a part of the Student Money Management Center Internship Experience. I work as a part of the outreach and content creation team. I am an accounting major here at Mississippi State and I am excited to be part of the Money Management team. As a member of the team, I get to help notify students of the Money Management Center’s resources and events. I look forward to what this year holds and cannot wait to get started!

Mikayla Hicks

Intern

Hi! My name is Mikayla Hicks and I am a Junior majoring in Communications with an emphasis in Public Relations. I'm an intern on the marketing team and will be mainly working with social media and creating graphics. I'm very excited to bring my skills to the SMMC and increase knowledge of our services to students!

Mission

The mission of the Student Money Management Center is to empower our students with financial knowledge and resources, so they make informed confident decisions about their money. We provide online and in-person tools, resources and training to students and the community to improve their financial wellness.

Vision

The Student Money Management Center will be a strong community of staff and peer counselors focused on providing the tools, resources, and training to the student population of Mississippi State University that will improve the personal finance skills of people at all levels. The Student Money Management Center will create a strong sense of discovery that will continually research and innovate in the financial wellness topics most important to our audience.

Join us!

Interested in joining the team as a Money Mentor, Intern, or Graduate Assistant? Complete our Interest Form to learn more about the positions and apply.

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Disclaimer

Resources and information provided by the Student Money Management Center is for informational purposes only and does not provide financial advice. Information regarding awards, scholarships, and other financial programs may be outdated or subject to change. We encourage students to consult with their Financial Aid office or other authoritative sources to confirm any information or guidance provided.