logo from old version of CU Journal's "Day in the Life of Credit Unions" project
Credit Union Journal celebrates International Credit Union Day with its annual Day in the Life of Credit Unions photo essay. Credit unions across the country took photos throughout the day on Aug. 10, showing the typical—and not so typical—course of events on that day.
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#Meriwest facilities guys living the squad life.
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Landings Credit Union mascot ‘Penny’ gets in on the 'A Day in the Life' fun.
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Just another busy day at PSFCU Branch in Ridgewood, New York.
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FocalPoint FCU member Earlean P helps showcase our prize table. Members who pick up a raffle ticket and bring it back with a donation of pet or people food may enter the ticket to win a door prize.
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At Landings CU, employees recognize the importance of relaxing after a long day of providing excellent member service.
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In honor of CU Journal’s Day in the Life of Credit Unions, employees take time out to show their Landings CU spirit by spelling out “LCU” in the lobby.
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Another satisfied Landings member celebrates refinancing her car through the CU’s “Wanted” program.
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The GEMC FCU loan team got together to learn from some industry experts to ramp up the CU’s lending efforts.
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As the official credit union for Orlando's first Major League Soccer team, the Orlando City Soccer Club, FAIRWINDS Credit Union got a visit from the soccer club’s street team at the CU’s downtown Orlando, Fla., branch. The team was there as part of “Magnet Monday,” its weekly promotional event during which free team magnets are distributed to the public. The event was also an opportunity for FAIRWINDS to promote its official Orlando City Soccer debit card.
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A special Thank You cookie cake was delivered to Fox Communities Credit Union staff in thanks for all of our efforts.
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Team Westerra Credit Union raised money for Special Olympics Colorado by pulling a FedEx plane.
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Westerra Credit Union supported a local high school’s efforts to develop and promote an award-winning hydrogen-fuel car.
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Westerra Credit Union sponsors the light rail as part of its efforts to share the message of the importance of keeping your money local.
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A Westerra Credit Union employee hangs out with Edson the Eagle. Westerra is the official credit union of the Colorado Rapids soccer team.
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What do millennials do when they’re at Colorado CU? The same thing they do everywhere else—take selfies!
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Colorado Credit Union supports the 27J Brighton School Districts New Teachers Luncheon.
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America First Credit Union enjoyed sponsoring the Tour of Utah and being inspired by how hard the cyclists worked to compete in the event.
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For as long as there has been drive-up windows, there have been dogs happy to see them, like this canine “member” of Royal CU.
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United Credit Union’s Sandy Reinert works hard to take care of the birds, as well as the CU’s members.
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Credit Union 1's Soldotna branch staff pose with the CU’s “Minion” parade float.
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Clearview Federal Credit Union Facilities Rep Robert helps set up the member event outside the CU’s Moon Township branch.
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Clearview Federal Credit Union employees and members enjoyed Peace, Love and Little Donuts.
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America First Credit Union congratulates the first participants of the Punt, Pass, Kick Challenge.
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Just another day in the life of a Credit Union 1 building technician.
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Credit Union 1 employees participate in the Threads Book Party in the Park.
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Clearview Federal Credit Union Community Service Specialist Deb and Business Administrative Assistant Lina get ready for a special youth member event with a donut truck that is “outta sight!”
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RiverLand Federal Credit Union celebrates Teller Supervisor Brandi’s birthday.
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A Franklin Mint Federal Credit Union employee hides in Bear Country Credit Union. The CU has teamed up with the Berenstain Bears to help teach children about money.
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Meadville Area Middle School student volunteers pose in front of their school as they prepare for the first year of work at the Meadville Area Federal Credit Union’s in-school branch. This photo also has the distinction of earning the most “likes” during Credit Union Journal’s Day in the Life of Credit Unions photo essay project.
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A Franklin Mint Federal Credit Union employee serves up snacks during the CU’s Member Appreciation Day.
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Cooperative Teachers Credit Union’s Tommy C., April W., and Angela S. work the 2015 Annual Meeting table. More than 275 member-owners attended.
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Even CFOs can’t pass up popcorn. Franklin Mint Federal Credit Union’s Michael Magnavita enjoys some caramel corn with a co-worker.
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Kinecta Federal Credit Union partnered with Bob Hope USO to serve BBQ dinner for U.S. Navy personnel during Fleet Week Los Angeles.
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A scene from Cooperative Teachers Credit Union’s annual meeting.
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From one of Fox Communities Credit Union’s favorite meme's: "This copier is now named Bob Marley because it's always jammin’". Danielle from from the marketing department troubleshoots “Bob.”
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Municipal Credit Union Member Service Representative Desiree Diaz works with MCU member Dewain Young at the CU’s Harlem branch.
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Franklin Mint Federal Credit Union employees participate in hands-on, scenario-based training to prepare them for their role in the branch as member relationship advisors.
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Chairs are optional when getting the creative vibes flowing in the City & County Credit Union Marketing Den.
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LeaAnn at Fox Communities Credit Union in Neenah, Wis., had the chance to thank a very special soldier—her brother—for his service when he stopped by the credit union for a visit.
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Franklin Mint Federal Credit Union encourages employees to practice the FISH philosophy at work.
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Pinal County Federal Credit Union employees sport ties as a special ode to fathers.
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SIU Credit Union CEO/President Dennis Schaefer and Marketing Assistant Leah Weil, grill out for a staff appreciation event at the CU’s Metropolis branch.
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An Allegacy Federal Credit Union employee reviews an mortgage refinance application with a member to ensure the CU’s goal of helping members make smart financial choices.
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Is any day at any credit union complete without a meeting? But Allegacy Federal Credit Union notes this team meeting demonstrates the CU’s AllHealth wellness efforts, as water—not coffee—is the beverage of choice.
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An Allegacy Federal Credit Union employee takes advantage of the CU’s on-site fitness center, just one aspect of the CU’s AllHealth wellness program, which has helped reduce employee health risks from 2.4 in 2010 to 1.2 today.
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Allegacy Federal Credit Union sold rubber ducks to raise money for Komen and Cancer Services. Two of the ducks will be plucked out of the pond (located in front of AFCU headquarters) and the two donors will have an Allegacy donation made in their honor.
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Digital signage in Allegacy Federal Credit Union’s Westbrook Plaza branch showcases the Retro Run 5K, ‘Making Strides For Financial Fitness’ event to raise awareness about the importance of financial wellness
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On any given day, Allegacy Federal Credit Union reps are on the road daily in our brightly wrapped and branded AFCU cars.
This article originally appeared in Credit Union Journal.
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