Jovia Financial Credit Union, one of the largest credit unions in the United States, is the inaugural partner in Adelphi University's recently launched Corporate and Community Partnership Program.
The new partnership program, which serves as a bridge for Adelphi to connect with for-profit and nonprofit corporations and organizations, is aimed at establishing mutually beneficial partnerships that align an organization's objectives with the University's five-year strategic plan, Momentum 2.
Corporate and community partnerships play a critical role as the University develops tomorrow's leaders, creates new knowledge and connects students with transformational opportunities. Jovia and other partners of the program benefit from access to a diverse pool of talented students and a fulfilling way to build brand recognition and visibility.
"Adelphi University is excited to partner with Jovia Financial Credit Union," said Thomas A. Kline, EdD, vice president of University advancement and external relations. "We are grateful for the financial support Jovia has provided Adelphi in underwriting specific programs. We look forward to bringing Jovia closer to our University through this partnership while providing benefits to the regional community via our joint work on impactful initiatives."
Jovia joins the Corporate and Community Partnership Program at the highest corporate partner level with a two-year agreement for the following initiatives:
Jovia Mentoring: Guiding and inspiring student success at Adelphi University empowers undergraduate and graduate students to achieve success throughout their college careers with one-to-one mentoring by volunteer faculty and staff. Using a strength-based approach to help students feel a sense of belonging as they navigate college life inside and outside the classroom, the program also exposes them to internships and research opportunities. This Jovia-named program launched in January 2023 during a National Mentoring Month celebratory event at Adelphi where Jovia representatives, Adelphi students, mentors and faculty focused on the importance of mentoring. Speakers unveiled details surrounding the various programs and provided information on how students and faculty can get involved.
The Hispanic Community Partnership Program is a free, four-day experience for Hispanic high school students to immerse themselves in college life while gaining the know-how, skills, resources and confidence to pursue a college degree. In addition to workshops on the college application process and critical reading and writing, a workshop on financial literacy for parents and students is conducted in English and Spanish.
The Jovia Financial Literacy Program at Adelphi University provides four on-campus workshops each year for students, faculty and staff on financial literacy topics to facilitate and improve their short- and long-term financial security.
Student consulting projects provide an opportunity for Jovia executives to work with students and faculty to find solutions to organizational and/or societal problems. This program allows Jovia to benefit from Adelphi's vast academic resources while also identifying and assessing highly motivated college students for full-time career opportunities.
"We are so proud to partner with Adelphi and to sponsor these vital programs. From the moment I met with the program directors, I knew we had to get involved in supporting students on their journey to becoming future world leaders, thinkers and doers," stated Chaka Adams, vice president of marketing and community relations at Jovia Financial Credit Union. "We're making a difference in the lives of these promising young adults and Jovia is committed to providing them with the personal and professional tools to help them achieve their dreams."
In addition, Jovia was a Presidential Sponsor at the 2023 President's Gala on June 10 and will be a Reception Sponsor at the 2023 Golf Classic on September 21. The credit union will also participate in a new employee onboarding program in partnership with the Office of Human Resources.