Monmouth University simplifies payment and reconciliation processes through partnership with Ellucian and TouchNet. Before 2016, Monmouth University—a private institution in West Long Branch, New Jersey—worked with multiple vendors to manage bill presentation, payment plans, e-commerce, and student refund processes. The result was a time-consuming and disjointed payment system for staff and students alike. Then, the […]

Mobile credentials have received significant attention in higher ed, but they are not the only mobile service redefining the modern campus. A new generation of mobile apps are expanding the functionality of these technologies. Integrating mobile credentials into these advanced campus apps promises to streamline the student experience. From access to payments, and dining to […]

Imagine if your students could gain access to their dorm, enter the dining hall, and check in to class by simply tapping their phone. The benefits of campus IDs in digital wallets are well known. Convenience being chief among them, but also increasing safety by reducing physical contact during interactions on campus and so much more. Vital […]

The results are in for TouchNet’s 2021 Student Financial Experience Report — it’s been quite a year since the inaugural survey and we’re excited to share our new research. The goal of the survey is to track higher ed students’ use of and attitudes toward digital and mobile applications and to better understand how they handle financial […]

When students and families have a higher level of financial literacy, they’re better equipped to make wiser and more informed decisions regarding their education and financial investment. Coming out of the pandemic period, it’s more important than ever for institutions to be clear, transparent and consistent with their financial policies, such as withdrawals and refunds. […]

The Nacha Operating Rules are the foundation for every ACH payment and help to improve and simplify the ACH user experience. Two new Nacha standards take effect this year, and college and university finance leaders should be aware of the impact on ACH transactions. Learn more about the details of the 2021 Nacha Operating Rules […]

Data breaches happen daily. And because colleges and universities house a large amount of sensitive financial data, they have become targets for cybercriminals. Staying in compliance with regulations and protecting your institution and students can be costly and labor intensive. Watch this recent webinar with Lakehead University and TouchNet to learn how the school’s PCI-EZ […]

In this podcast from October 2020, Valarie Van Vlack, Treasurer at Texas State University, discusses some of the positive changes that have been made on her campus during and after the pandemic when it comes to business operations, and how she has used data in new ways to make more informed strategic decisions.   By […]