Projects | Fintech

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Projects and Active Initiatives

Hands-on fintech builds, research initiatives, and real-world financial projects led by our members.

Emerging Technologies & FinTech Conference

A collaborative conference exploring how artificial intelligence is reshaping finance, markets, and the future of work. Hosted in partnership with industry professionals at BlackRock, this event brings together students and leaders to discuss emerging trends and real-world applications of AI in finance.

What this project involves:

Event coordination and planning
Industry partnership engagement
Operational logistics and execution
Strategic positioning of FinTech topics

Status:
Ongoing

Event Details:
April 17, 2026 · BlackRock Office, San Francisco

Visa Office Tour & Industry Experience

A curated visit to Visa’s San Francisco office, designed to give members direct exposure to how AI and blockchain technologies are being applied within modern financial systems. The experience included discussions with industry professionals and opportunities to engage with real-world applications of emerging technologies.

What this project involves:

Coordinating corporate partnerships
Organizing member access to industry spaces
Structuring educational and networking experiences
Facilitating exposure to real-world fintech applications

Status:
Completed

Event Focus:
AI · Blockchain · Industry Networking

FIC Financial Starter Pack

A structured financial tool designed to help students better understand and manage their money. The Starter Pack provides a clear framework for organizing income, expenses, and savings, making it easier to see where money is going and how it can be allocated more effectively.

Built with simplicity in mind, the system includes pre-configured calculations and an intuitive layout, allowing students to apply it immediately without needing prior financial knowledge.

What this project involves:

Designing a structured budgeting framework for students
Building automated calculations for income and expense allocation
Simplifying financial decision-making into a usable system
Researching practical strategies for money management
Creating an accessible and easy-to-use platform

Status:

Complete

Purpose:

Student Finance · Budgeting · Financial Organization

Financial Literacy Workshop Series

An upcoming workshop focused on introducing students to the FIC Financial Starter Pack and building a foundation in personal financial management. The session is designed to walk participants through practical strategies for organizing income, managing expenses, and making informed financial decisions.

The event will bring together students in a large-format setting to learn, discuss, and apply core principles of financial literacy in a clear and accessible way.

What this project involves:

Planning and organizing a large-scale educational event
Developing structured workshop content around the Starter Pack
Presenting financial concepts in a clear, practical format
Promoting financial literacy across the student community
Facilitating discussion and engagement during sessions

Status:
In Development

Focus:
Financial Literacy · Student Education · Practical Finance

FinTech Club Podcast

An ongoing podcast series produced by the club, focused on conversations around fintech, emerging technologies, and the people behind the organization. Episodes are released weekly and feature a mix of industry insights, internal perspectives, and event recaps.

Content ranges from discussions on AI and blockchain to interviews with fintech professionals, conversations with club officers, and behind-the-scenes looks at club initiatives.

What this project involves:

Weekly recording and production
Video editing and content distribution
Coordinating guest speakers and interviews
Covering fintech topics, news, and events

Status:
Active · Weekly Releases

Content Includes:
Industry Guests · FinTech Topics · Club Insights · Event Recaps

Event Marketing & Promotional Campaigns

A structured marketing system focused on promoting club events and initiatives across multiple platforms. This includes designing visual materials, coordinating announcements, and ensuring consistent communication across digital and physical channels.

Campaigns are developed and deployed to support upcoming events, drive attendance, and maintain a consistent presence across the club’s platforms.

What this project involves:

Designing event flyers and promotional graphics
Coordinating multi-channel announcements (Instagram, email, LinkedIn)
Creating physical materials (8×11 and 1/4 page flyers)
Managing RSVP forms and QR code integrations
Scheduling and publishing content across platforms

Status:
Active · Ongoing Campaigns

Channels:
Instagram · Email · LinkedIn · Print

Fintech Blog Series

An ongoing blog series delivering short, weekly insights on fintech developments, market trends, and club activity. Content is designed to keep members informed with concise, relevant updates on both global financial news and internal initiatives.

Posts focus on breaking down complex topics into clear, digestible takeaways ranging from AI and blockchain developments to summaries of club events and discussions.

What this project involves:

Writing and publishing weekly blog content
Researching current fintech and market trends
Summarizing global financial news into key insights
Covering internal updates, events, and initiatives
Maintaining a consistent publishing schedule

Status:
Active · Weekly Publications

Content Focus:
FinTech News · Market Trends · Club Updates

FinTech Network Website

The development and launch of the FinTech & Innovation Club’s official platform, designed to serve as the central hub for all club initiatives, content, and member engagement.

The platform was built to unify the club’s activities including projects, events, educational resources, and media into a single, structured experience. Emphasis was placed on clarity, usability, and scalability to support future growth across multiple teams and initiatives.

The site integrates content across finance, technology, and media, providing a cohesive interface for both current members and external audiences.

What this project involved:

Designing and structuring the full website architecture
Developing multi-page layouts for teams, projects, and initiatives
Integrating financial data tools and external APIs
Creating a scalable system for ongoing content updates
Ensuring responsive design and user experience across devices

Status:
Completed

Purpose:
Platform Infrastructure · Member Experience · Digital Presence

Lending Protocols & DeFi Research

An ongoing research initiative focused on understanding how lending protocols operate within decentralized finance (DeFi) systems. The project explores how users can lend, borrow, and earn yield through blockchain-based financial infrastructure.

The team analyzes protocol design, risk factors, and real-world applications of decentralized lending, with the goal of building a deeper understanding of how these systems function and where they are headed.

What this project involves:

Researching decentralized lending platforms and protocols
Analyzing yield generation and borrowing mechanisms
Evaluating risks such as liquidity, collateralization, and volatility
Exploring smart contract functionality and system design
Translating technical concepts into understandable insights

Status:
Active · Ongoing Research

Focus:
DeFi · Lending Systems · Blockchain Infrastructure

Regulatory Analysis of Lending Protocols

An ongoing initiative focused on analyzing the legal and regulatory considerations surrounding lending protocols, particularly in the context of institutional environments such as public university systems.

Working alongside the Technology & Development team, this project examines how decentralized and alternative lending structures could operate within existing regulatory frameworks. The goal is to better understand the compliance challenges, legal risks, and structural requirements involved in applying emerging financial systems to real-world institutions.

What this project involves:

Researching regulatory frameworks related to lending and financial systems
Analyzing compliance requirements for institutional adoption
Evaluating legal risks associated with decentralized finance models
Exploring how lending structures could integrate within public systems
Collaborating with technical teams to align system design with legal constraints

Status:
Active · Ongoing Analysis

Focus:
Regulation · Compliance · Institutional Finance · Risk