WWU event will tackle role schools play in promoting financial literacy

Each year Western Washington University gathers teachers, policymakers and stakeholders for the the Washington Economics Symposium — a series of panels and workshops aimed at increasing students’ financial literacy. This year’s event is scheduled for July 29 at the University of Washington in Seattle.

Attendees can join two tracks — one for K-12 teachers and another for business and policy experts. Adam Wright, associate professor of economics at WWU and organizer of the symposium, said the idea is to bring together industry professionals that otherwise work separately. Given trends in financial behaviors, Wright said there is a need for financial education and events like the symposium.