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This week, we’re celebrating Erin O. from Mississippi, who just had $59,352 in student loans forgiven. Erin’s story is a reminder that behind every forgiveness number is a life changed—a little more freedom, a little less stress, and a brighter path forward. Congratulations, Erin! And to everyone still on the journey, don’t give up. Summer’s here to help you get there. ✨ #ForgivenessFriday #StudentDebtRelief #PSLF #FinancialWellness #MeetSummer

🔍 Uncover the Hidden Workforce Crisis Does your people strategy include the reality of student loan stress? Join the webinar The Hidden Workforce Crisis: Why Student Loan Support Is Now a Must‑Have in Your People Strategy hosted by SHRM on November 17, 2025 at 12 PM EDT. 💡 What you’ll gain: - Why financial stress linked to student debt drives burnout, turnover & lost productivity. - How federal & state programs can boost employee take-home pay without blowing your budget. - Real-world examples of companies using student loan benefits as a talent differentiator. - Key tactics to integrate student-loan support into your retention & recruitment game plan. If you care about building a workforce that actually lasts and performs, this is one you can’t afford to skip. 👉 Register here: https://lnkd.in/eQYPTfc8 Jemila Stewart (She/Her) Rich Williams Christine (Richardson) Chakmakjian, SHRM-CP #HR #EmployeeBenefits #StudentLoans #WorkforceStrategy #Retention

Happy Halloween! With Summer’s help, thousands of borrowers are saying R.I.P. to student loans, and hello to financial peace of mind. Check out a few of our borrower stories below! #HappyHalloween #StudentDebt #FinancialWellbeing

We often assume student debt only affects recent grads—but the reality is far broader. They might be: - An employee who never finished but still owes - A manager who went back to school - A nurse earning an advanced degree - A parent who co-signed for their child For employers, supporting these workers isn’t just compassionate—it’s strategic. Reducing debt stress can boost retention, focus, and overall well-being.

Healthcare organizations are facing historic hiring and retention challenges—but there is a powerful lever leaders can pull right now. Join us on Tuesday, November 4 at 12 PM ET for our upcoming American Society for Healthcare Human Resources Administration (ASHHRA) webinar: Boosting Healthcare Hiring with Student Loan Relief We’ll explore how hospitals and health systems are using student loan benefits to: ✅ Attract top clinical talent ✅ Improve retention and engagement ✅ Support a financially stressed workforce ✅ Compete in a challenging labor market Hear real strategies and results from: • Rich Williams, Chief Customer Officer, Summer • summer jenkins, VP of Human Resources, Hurley Medical Center • Jemila Stewart (She/Her), VP of Broker Relations, Summer If your team is focused on hiring, culture, or total rewards innovation, this conversation is a must-attend. Register here: https://lnkd.in/eDuTwVWw

Student loan wage garnishments have started. That means up to 15% of wages are being withheld from employees in default, and employers are responsible for adjusting paychecks. HR leaders: this isn’t just a payroll issue. It’s a people issue. Read our latest article featuring Rich Williams, Chief Customer Officer at Summer and former Deputy Assistant Secretary at the U.S. Department of Education, to discover what you need to know (and how to support your team). https://lnkd.in/e3wuZkjz #WageGarnishment #FinancialWellness #StudentLoans #HR #Compliance #EmployeeWellbeing #StudentLoans

Heading to Chicago for the Integrated Benefits Institute Health and Productivity Forum? Catch up with Jemila Stewart (She/Her), our VP of Broker Relations, to talk about how Summer is transforming student loan benefits into a key part of employee financial wellbeing. 📍 Marriott Marquis | Oct 15–17 #IBIConference #EmployeeWellness #BenefitsInnovation #Summer

97% of PSLF applications are rejected when borrowers apply on their own. That was Shannon’s experience—denied when she applied herself. But with Summer’s guidance, Shannon’s loans were forgiven. $13,000 erased. 🙌 PSLF doesn’t have to be confusing, frustrating, or out of reach. With the right support, forgiveness is possible—and life-changing. This is why PSLF isn’t just debt relief—it’s a powerful HR tool to recruit, retain, and support employees across the public and nonprofit sectors. #ForgivenessFriday #PSLF #StudentLoanForgiveness #FinancialWellness #EmployeeBenefits #SummerHelps

“Student-Loan Debt Is Strangling Gen X” - The Wall Street Journal dives into how Generation X is bearing the weight of decades of student debt, just as they're approaching retirement. Some sobering realities: ✔️ Gen X holds the highest average student loan balances of any age group; ~$48,000 ✔️ Many Gen X borrowers ’ owe more today than they originally borrowed, with some balances  quadrupling to over $300,000 due to accruing interest and financially balancing other necessities ✔️ Many are now struggling to save for retirement, secure loans, or maintain credit health as the burden drags into midlife This is a stark reminder: student debt isn’t just a millennial or recent-grad issue. It’s affecting seasoned professionals, community leaders, and the backbone of many organizations—people who should be entering their prime, not still digging out of debt. For employers & HR leaders, this should be a wake-up call: ✔️ Don’t assume only your youngest employees need help ✔️ Consider student loan benefits as part of a broader financial wellness and retention strategy ✔️ The right support now can help prevent burnout, turnover, and stress down the road Let’s broaden the narrative. Debt relief isn’t just a path forward for new hires, it’s a tool of equity, stability, and care for your entire workforce. Read the WSJ article here: https://lnkd.in/eD_54gdb #StudentLoanDebt #GenX #FinancialWellness #HRStrategy #EmployeeBenefits #LifetimeImpact #SummerHelps

Not all student loan assistance is created equal. In our latest article, we break down why “free” and employee-paid models often fail—and how an employer-funded approach delivers the most impact. The takeaway: how you pay matters just as much as what you provide. A small investment can mean unbiased guidance, higher engagement, and 20x the savings impact for employees. 👉 Read the full piece here: https://lnkd.in/ejAERnF4 #HRStrategy #EmployeeBenefits #FinancialWellness #StudentLoanSolutions