Inside the Visit: Jefferson High Students Explore Finance at Hunt Business
by Hunt Business Staff
What happened: The Woody L. Hunt College of Business welcomed 43 students from Jefferson High School for Finance Literacy Day — an immersive event designed to introduce real-world financial concepts and college life.
The highlights:
- UTEP professors led sessions on personal finance, real estate, banking, the stock market, and economics.
- A student panel shared firsthand advice on navigating college, staying motivated, and exploring career paths.
- Interactive discussions kept the day lively and focused on practical takeaways.
Why it matters: Events like this spark early interest in business and economics, helping high school students see a future for themselves in finance — and at UTEP.
