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Nelnet Campus Commerce
3/18/26

7 Common FERPA Violations to Avoid

The primary goal of FERPA is to safeguard the privacy of students by ensuring that education records are handled with care and that unauthorized individuals do not access or misuse personal information. In partnership with CampusGuard, we’ve compiled a list of seven common FERPA violations and how to avoid them.

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Nelnet Campus Commerce
3/12/26

Why Payment Plans Help Students Stay Enrolled

Financial stress shouldn’t derail a student’s path to graduation. Tuition payment plans help students manage costs, stay enrolled, and reduce financial anxiety. Discover how flexible payment options support student retention and how campuses can increase awareness.

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Nelnet Campus Commerce
2/13/26

Loyola University Maryland Finds Technology Meets Trust With Nelnet

Discover how Loyola University Maryland uses Nelnet Campus Commerce to deliver flexible, reliable payment solutions that support students, staff, and long-term institutional goals.

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Nelnet Campus Commerce
2/12/26

How the University of Montana Improved Campus Payments

After eliminating paper-based billing, the University of Montana enrolled 900+ students in automated payment plans within the first month, achieved an 88% retention rate, and reduced reconciliation workload by 50%.

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Nelnet Campus Commerce
1/15/26

Our People, Our Strength: Meet Laurie Holbrook

Laurie Holbrook, Manager Account Executive, celebrates 25 year with Nelnet Campus Commerce and reflects on partnerships and impacts with institutions.

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Nelnet Campus Commerce
1/5/26

Palomar College Transforms Student Payments With Nelnet

Palomar College simplified student payments and services with Nelnet Campus Commerce—boosting efficiency, satisfaction, and accessibility for students and staff alike.

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Nelnet Campus Commerce
12/17/25

Riding for Hope: Nelnet Campus Commerce Supports GRACE Foundation’s Ride Against Cancer

Nelnet Campus Commerce proudly partnered with the National GRACE Foundation’s Ride Against Cancer, supporting pediatric cancer survivors and their journey toward higher education through compassion and community.

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Nelnet Campus Commerce
12/9/25

Lewis University’s Small Team Makes Big Impact With Nelnet Campus Commerce

See how Lewis University’s Student Accounts team transformed operations and expanded access with Nelnet Campus Commerce—serving 7,000+ students with just four staff and one grad assistant.

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Nelnet Campus Commerce
11/21/25

How One College Improved Tuition Billing and Payments With Nelnet Campus Commerce

Kansas City Kansas Community College (KCKCC) partnered with Nelnet Campus Commerce to solve major payment challenges—from international tuition processing to past-due billing. Discover how this collaboration improved efficiency for staff, reduced confusion for students, and created a smoother payment experience across campus.

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Nelnet Campus Commerce
11/18/25

2025 NCC Virtual Client Summit Recap | Project Horizon Insights

The 2025 NCC Virtual Client Summit united nearly 600 higher education leaders for a day of innovation, collaboration, and policy insights. Highlights included Project Horizon updates, new product developments, and strategies for smarter, student-centered campus commerce.

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Nelnet Campus Commerce
10/30/25

Safeguarding Campus Communities: Higher Education Cybersecurity Tips

October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month. Empower your campus community to protect data, systems, and each other.

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Nelnet Campus Commerce
8/22/25

Community Spotlight: Meet Maria Brown of North Carolina State University

Meet Maria Brown, Director of Student Accounts at NC State. With nearly 24 years at the university, Maria has transformed student accounts with her innovative approach and dedication. Discover her inspiring story.

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