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Oct 15, 20244 min read
Insights from a Former FAO in Private Loan Operations
In the ever-evolving landscape of financial aid, it is rare to find someone who has experienced both sides of the desk, as a Financial...
Jan 10, 20242 min read
ELM's Personalized Service Sets Us Apart
In today's world, poor customer service has become the norm, whether it's endless phone holds, unanswered emails, or useless chatbots. At...
Dec 8, 20231 min read
Happy Holidays From ELM
Dear ELM Colleagues, As we embark on a new year together, I want to take a moment to express my sincere gratitude for this amazing...
Nov 16, 20233 min read
Lessons from the Conference Circuit: Key Takeaways for Financial Aid
The ELM team (Brendon Sanger, Biz Daniel, Raina Chezem, Rob Smith, and Scott Orris) returned from an exciting fall conference season full...
Oct 16, 20231 min read
Happy National Financial Aid Day
On this day, we recognize and celebrate the hard work and dedication of those who help millions of financial aid recipients every year.
May 4, 20235 min read
30-Year Industry Expert Shares Her Knowledge
Karen Cooper shares tips for any new Financial Aid Office Advisor.
Mar 30, 20233 min read
Kent State Processing Upgrade Yields Measurable Results
KENT STATE UNIVERSITY School Size: Large Affiliations: Public Tuition: $11,000/year Use Case: Automation and Time Savings School System:...
Feb 27, 20232 min read
What's New: School Feedback Edition 2022-2023
Last February, we shared the importance of school feedback and its role in helping ELM identify and prioritize future enhancements to our...
Dec 13, 20221 min read
Happy Holidays From ELM (2022)
Dear ELM colleagues, I wish you all a very safe and happy holiday season. Our success would not be possible without your partnership,...
Oct 10, 20224 min read
Interview: Fall Conferences
We recently had a chance to sit down with Brendon Sanger, Vice President of Growth & Development at ELM and a 27-year veteran in Higher...
Aug 1, 20221 min read
3 Must-Do's We Recommend Right Now
The peak processing season is upon us, and we want to make sure you know we are here for you! With that in mind, here are three essential...
Jun 13, 20222 min read
3 Reasons We are Excited for NASFAA'S National Conference
Summer is in high gear, strawberries are in abundance, and some areas have excessive heat levels (okay, maybe that last one isn't a...
May 16, 20223 min read
ELM Helps The University Of Kentucky Find The Right Balance
UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY School Size: Large Affiliations: Public Tuition: 20,000-30,000/year Favorite ELM Feature: Just Certify Use Case:...
May 4, 20221 min read
Five Reasons To Turn To ELM Right Now
Are you going directly to one or more lender websites, separate from ELM, to process any part of a private loan? Are you manually...
Feb 1, 20225 min read
ELM's CEO Discusses the Importance of School Feedback
We recently had a chance to sit down with the President and CEO of ELM Resources, the country's leader in private student loan...
Nov 16, 20212 min read
Season Of Thanks- ELM Gives Back 2021
The holiday season is here—cooler weather, the start of celebrations, bright lights, and get-togethers with those we love. At this time...
Oct 8, 20212 min read
5 Ways To Get The Most From ELM
What an era we live in! The transformative age brought boundless advances in how we communicate and socialize with one another—while...
Aug 23, 20213 min read
Help Is All Around You
Peak season is here, which means your workdays are getting busier and busier. This time of year is rewarding, but it can also be...
Jul 19, 20213 min read
Passwords, why so complicated?
“Be sure to use a strong password” is advice we all regularly hear. The sheer number of credentials and passwords that we have to manage...
Mar 30, 20213 min read
See What's Blooming at ELM
The spring season is here, bringing budding trees and baby birds to greet us. As the weather gets warmer, we are also sharing some...
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