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Supporting Veteran Success in Higher Education will provide participants with the tools necessary to better understand, empathize with, and proctor the success of veterans in pursuit of their academic, personal, and professional goals.
This course is designed to be a training that familiarizes any faculty or staff member at a college or university with military and veteran culture as well as veteran-specific considerations in the areas of admissions, finances, academic and student life, and health and well-being. Our hope is that the information provided here will deepen the understanding of student veterans, resulting in a more veteran inclusive campus.
The Veteran in Detail
Introduction to Military Structure
A Deeper Dive into the Military
Why Do People Join the Service?
Military Culture
Veteran Stories and Experiences
Why Do People Leave the Service?
The Veteran in Society
Veterans: Definitions
Transitioning to Civilian Life
Communicating and Connecting with Veterans
Veterans and Education
The Veteran and the Admissions Process
Introduction to Admissions Considerations for Veterans
Recruiting Student Veterans
Examining Admission Policies for Veterans
Partnering Between Two-Year and Four-Year Schools
Reading the Veteran Application
The Veteran and Financial Considerations
Introduction to Financing Veteran Education
An Overview of Veterans Educational Benefits Through the VA
Assisting Veterans in Understanding and Applying for VA Benefits and Other Aid
FAFSA and CSS Profile Assistance, BAH and Housing Costs
Assisting and Advising Veterans on Financial Issues After They've Enrolled
The Veteran on Campus
Academic Advising and Support
Syncing with the Rhythm of Campus
Peer Resources
Preparation for life after college
The Veteran and Health & Wellbeing Considerations
An Introduction to Veteran Health and Wellbeing Consideration
Physical Health
Social Health
Mental Health
Suicidality
