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January 09, 2012 | The 2012 Romeo Doty Scholarship

The stepping stone to higher education

In loving memory of our longest-tenured board member, Romeo Doty, Xceed Financial Credit Union is proud to announce the 2012 Romeo Doty Scholarship. Mr. Doty served as a volunteer for 21 years, and his vision, dedication and advocacy on behalf of the credit union has impacted so many lives that we wanted to fulfill his dream of making higher education accessible for all students.

Ten for one thousand

Ten (10) $1,000 scholarships will be awarded. To qualify, members must meet the following criteria:

Current XFCU member, age 21 or younger, in good standing
Minimum overall cumulative grade point average of 3.5 out of 4.0
High school senior

What we'll need to send your scholastics soaring

Your Application and signed Extracurricular Activities form
(both are available by clicking here)
An official copy of your high school transcript
Your personal typed essay (1,000 words or less) based on the following topic:

What are some ideas that credit unions can implement
to spur economic growth and change?

Timeline
Submit or postmark your application package by February 1, 2012 to:

Xceed Financial Credit Union
Romeo Doty Scholarship Committee
888 North Nash Street
El Segundo, CA 90245

Please email your questions to scholarships@xfcu.org
Winners will be selected March 30, 2012
Scholarships presented mid-May

December 06, 2011 | Top Ten New Years Eve Resolutions Part 1

New Year's Eve has always been a time for looking back to the past, and more importantly, forward to the coming year. It's a time to reflect on the changes we want (or need) to make and resolve to follow through on those changes. Let's see if your New Year resolutions make our top ten list?

1. Spend More Time with Family & Friends

Recent polls conducted by General Nutrition Centers, Quicken, and others shows that more than 50% of Americans vow to appreciate loved ones and spend more time with family and friends this year. Make plans to meet up with friends for an evening of comaraderie at a favorite

2. Fit in Fitness

The evidence is in for fitness. Regular exercise has been associated with more health benefits than anything else known to man. Studies show that it reduces the risk of some cancers, increases longevity, helps achieve and maintain weight loss, enhances mood, lowers blood pressure, and even improves arthritis. In short, exercise keeps you healthy and makes you look and feel better.

3. Tame the Bulge

Over 66 percent of adult Americans are considered overweight or obese by recent studies, so it is not surprising to find that weight loss is one of the most popular New Year's resolutions. Setting reasonable goals and staying focused are the two most important factors in sticking with a weight loss program, and the key to success for those millions of Americans who made a New Year's commitment to shed extra pounds.

4. Quit Smoking

Do you know someone who is trying to stamp out their smoking habit? Tons of over-the-counter availability of nicotine replacement therapy now provides easier access to proven quit-smoking aids. Even if you've tried to quit before and failed, don't let it get you down. On average, smokers try about four times before they quit for good. Start enjoying the rest of your smoke-free life! E

Stay tuned for the next 6 NYE resolutions and see if yours made the list!