Keri Edsall
Financial Services Professional & Financial Literacy Advocate
Personal Notes
As someone who has worked closely with students for over a decade, I have witnessed first-hand the challenges many face when it comes to managing their finances, particularly when it comes to student loans. It’s clear that financial education is not just about balancing a checkbook—it’s about equipping young people with the tools and knowledge they need to make confident, informed decisions that will shape their futures. If there’s one thing I’ve learned, it’s that financial literacy isn’t just a skill: it’s a form of empowerment. When students feel confident about their finances, they are better positioned to succeed academically, personally, and professionally. My hope is that through education, we can foster a generation of young people who are financially empowered, capable of making sound decisions, and prepared for the challenges and opportunities ahead. I’m honored to be a part of that journey and to share what I’ve learned along the way!
Bio
Keri Edsall is a dedicated higher education financial aid professional with over 11 years of experience and an NFEC Certified Financial Education Instructor℠. With a strong passion for empowering students through financial education, Keri has focused her career on ensuring students are equipped with the knowledge they need to make informed decisions about college financing and personal financial management. Keri’s financial aid journey began in 2012 at Mansfield University of Pennsylvania, where she worked as a student employee in the financial aid office while pursuing her Bachelor of Science in Mass Communication: Public Relations, which she earned in 2015. After graduation, she was hired as a loan officer at Alfred State College, where she quickly became aware of the financial challenges students face. She recognized a recurring pattern of students making poor financial decisions, particularly regarding student loans, which led her to create a financial literacy seminar series on campus. The seminars aim to provide students with essential financial knowledge to help them develop healthy financial habits that serve them beyond graduation. Keri’s commitment to professional growth and leadership led her to pursue an MBA in Management, which she earned in 2024 from Empire State University. As she continues to work in financial aid, Keri remains a passionate advocate for financial literacy, striving to bridge the gap between higher education and the financial realities that students face. With her extensive experience in financial aid, her leadership in developing a financial literacy program, and her deep commitment to student success, Keri is a trusted member of the higher education community. She is dedicated to helping students navigate the complexities of college financing and develop strong financial futures.
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