Carmen Rita Wong, is an American radio, television and online journalist, and

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expert at

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where she was the former host of the 2005 version of '' On the Money'', a personal finance program. She was a contributor to ''

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'' and ''

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''. Wong also writes a blog for CNBC.com that focuses on taking control of your personal finances.

Career

In October 2013, she was named host of the weekly radio program ''

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Money'', produced by

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, beginning with the program of November 2, 2013. While giving financial advice on the ''Marketplace Money'' program of October 26, 2013, she also revealed that she is now divorced and a single mother. As of February, 2014, Marketplace's website refers to her as a "Former Host." Wong's blog made its debut on Qvisory.com and her advice columns appear monthly in ''

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'', ''

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'' and ''

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'' as well as online. Wong also makes contributions to ''

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'' and ''Diversity Women'' magazines. She has been making her name as a money expert appearing on

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, The

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Show, and

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's XM radio network. In March 2009 Wong's accomplishments were honored at the eighth annual New York City

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Celebration.

''Generation Debt''

Wong is the author of ''Generation Debt: Take Control of Your Money—A How-to Guide'' published by

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in 2006. This 272 page book concentrates on the under-40 crowd giving tips on what to do about student loans and consumer debt. The guide also provides recommendations on how to establish a goal-oriented budget, make the most of payback options, and utilize employee savings and investment plans. Her book has appeared on the recommended reading list of ''

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'' and her advice has been highlighted in ''

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''. Wong's second book entitled ''The Real Cost of Living: Making the Best Decisions for You, Your Life and Your Money'' was released by Perigee/Penguin in December 2010.

Education

Wong received a

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psychology Psychology is the scientific study of mind and behavior. Psychology includes the study of conscious and unconscious phenomena, including feelings and thoughts. It is an academic discipline of immense scope, crossing the boundaries betwe ...

and

art history Art history is the study of aesthetic objects and visual expression in historical and stylistic context. Traditionally, the discipline of art history emphasized painting, drawing, sculpture, architecture, ceramics and decorative arts; yet today ...

from

Fairfield University Fairfield University is a private Jesuit university in Fairfield, Connecticut. It was founded by the Jesuits in 1942. In 2017, the university had about 4,100 full-time undergraduate students and 1,100 graduate students, including full-time ...

(Connecticut) and a

Master's degree A master's degree (from Latin ) is an academic degree awarded by universities or colleges upon completion of a course of study demonstrating mastery or a high-order overview of a specific field of study or area of professional practice.

in psychology from

Columbia University Columbia University (also known as Columbia, and officially as Columbia University in the City of New York) is a private research university in New York City. Established in 1754 as King's College on the grounds of Trinity Church in Manhatt ...

in New York City.

Personal

Wong is of Dominican descent. Her father Peter Wong, is of Chinese descent, though he is not her biological father. Formerly known as Carmen Wong Ulrich, Carmen Rita Wong has a daughter, Bianca (born 2006). On BBC world service radio Outlook she discusses the story behind her search for the truth of her ancestry.

References

External links

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CNBC TV ProfileOfficial Generation Debt WebsiteThe LatinConnect: Carmen Wong Ulrich Can Lead You to Financial Freedom
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