Video Chat Increases Account Access for Members

During these times of social distancing, digital technology has made it possible for consumers to continue interacting with each other as well as the organizations they do business with. For example, video chat has allowed financial institutions to help maintain and improve a personal connection with their members. Learn more about how video chat is changing the way consumers are accessing their financial accounts.

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Video Tellers: Enhancing Member Service and Engagement

Video Tellers are becoming a more common part of many financial institutions’ digital portfolios. With this technology, members can quickly and easily access their funds on-the-go. Learn more about the services Video Tellers provide.

We’re In This Together: Helping Our Members Through COVID-19

Communities worldwide are struggling with the temporary closing of businesses, schools and public facilities affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. As many people continue to cope with these drastic developments, the Credit Union is here to help its members during this time of uncertainty.

Importance of eOptions

Ever find yourself wishing you didn’t have to find time to cash a check at a branch or wait for your credit card statement to arrive in the mail? Well, you don’t! The Credit Union offers eOptions to make your life easier.

A Valentine for Our Members

It’s almost Valentine’s Day, and love is in the air. At Oakland University Credit Union (OU Credit Union), we love helping our members. For the past 81 years, we have provided financial opportunities to help them make their dreams come true. Here are just some of the ways we show love to our members.

OU Credit Union Celebrates 70th Anniversary of International Credit Union Day

On Thursday, October 18, 2018, OU Credit Union will, along with more than 56,000 credit unions around the world, celebrate International Credit Union Day (ICU Day) and recognize the philosophy and achievements of the credit union movement. This year’s theme, “Find Your Platinum Lining,” combines the traditional 70th anniversary gift of platinum with a play on the saying “every cloud has a silver lining.”

The World Council of Credit Unions, Inc. (WOCCU) was created to help establish and maintain viable credit union movements. Today, more than 235 million people are served by credit unions in 109 countries and six continents. This year’s ICU Day theme emphasizes the credit union movement’s loyalty to its members and its mission to provide them financial support and guidance.

Plan to stop by any OU Credit Union branch this week for a free member gift in celebration of ICU Week. On Thursday, October 18, ICU Day, a special free member appreciation gift will be available in all OU Credit Union branches. Help us celebrate OU Credit Union’s mission of providing superior service while assisting members to achieve financial security, their goals, and ultimately, their dreams for more than 80 years. 

Credit Union Employees Raise $170,267 for Five Charity Partners

Giving back to our community is something we all take pride in here at the Credit Union. One of the many ways we gave back in 2017 is through our yearlong charity campaign, during which we raised funds and volunteered for five local charities: Many Hands, Capital Area Humane Society, The Firecracker Foundation, Stiggy’s Dogs, and Capital Area United Way. Throughout the past year, employees raised $170,267 for these charity partners, respectively donating $34,053 to each organization. So how did employees raise all of that money? Here are a few of the ways we fundraised and volunteered our time to support five charities.

2016 Year in Review

This year was full of many exciting product and service enhancements at OU Credit Union! Let’s take a look at our 2016 year in review to see some of the highlights.

Welcoming Two Branches in Oakland County

On Tuesday, November 29, 2016, the Credit Union celebrated two grand openings to ceremoniously introduce our new branches located in Clarkston, Michigan, and Ortonville, Michigan. We were able to welcome these two additional locations as a result of a merger with former Clarkston Brandon Community Credit Union (CBCCU). Both of the new branches are dual-branded as both MSU Federal Credit Union (MSUFCU) and OU Credit Union, a trade name of MSUFCU.

Throwback Thursday: Celebrating 79 Years

Did you know MSUFCU was originally founded in November 1937 by a group of MSU professors seeking a safe alternative to banking in an effort to help campus employees after the Great Depression? In fact, during the first few years, the Credit Union was operated from a desk drawer in the Administrative Building on MSU’s campus!

Giving Back to Small Talk

As a Credit Union employee, I love that my employer makes giving back to the community a priority. From January 2016 through June 2016, Credit Union employees focused our fundraising efforts to support Small Talk Children’s Assessment Center (Small Talk). During this six-month campaign, our Charity Committee set a goal to raise $75,000 to help Small Talk positively impact children in our community.

Give. Advocate. Volunteer. Live United.

The United Way campaign at the Credit Union kicked off last week on July 1. I am especially excited for this year’s campaign because not only will I be able to help give back to our community with my fellow co-workers, but this will be my first time being a part of the Credit Union’s United Way committee!

New! OU Credit Union eAlerts

You can keep track of your account from with MoneyLine, ComputerLine, and the OUCU Mobile app, but now there’s a new way to monitor your account: eAlerts.

Behind the Scenes in the Call Center

At the Credit Union, we answer all member calls at our headquarters. Over 40,000 calls every month go through the Call Center. This week, let's take a look behind the scenes to see what goes on when you call in! (Plus, I dove into the Credit Union archive to find some cool old photos.)

We're Thankful We Can Give Back: United Way

Thanksgiving is a great time to reflect on the things in our lives we are thankful for! This year, I am thankful I work at an organization that cares so much about the local community.