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Bringing you resources, insights, and interesting stories from the veteran education space.
Beyond Basic Support: Advanced Tactics for Military Student Success
In the ever-evolving landscape of higher education, colleges and universities recognize the unique needs of military students and the value they bring to campuses. While basic support services are crucial, forward-thinking institutions are exploring advanced tactics to attract, empower, and retain military students.
Creating a Military-Friendly Campus: Key Practices for Student Success
In an era where diversity and inclusion are at the forefront of educational priorities, creating a military-friendly campus is not just an ethical choice but a strategic one for colleges and universities. Recognizing and addressing the unique needs of military-affiliated students can significantly contribute to their long-term success.
3 Things You Can Do Today to Understand Your Student Veteran Population Better
As universities strive to create inclusive and supportive environments for all students, understanding the unique needs of specific groups, such as student veterans, is crucial. Student veterans bring a wealth of experience and perspectives to campus, but transitioning from military to academic life can be challenging.
5 Components of a Successful Student Veteran Support Center
Students transitioning from military service to higher education deserve a support system that understands their needs. A well-rounded student veteran support center is the key to fostering a positive experience for these individuals.
Understanding Military-Connected Students: A Guide for Higher Education Institutions
Understanding and supporting military-connected students allows higher education institutions to benefit from the unique perspectives and experiences these individuals bring to campus.
5 Proven Strategies for Marketing to Veterans
As a veteran-run organization, we specialize in connecting higher educational institutions with the student veteran demographic. Our expertise in crafting tailored marketing campaigns, creating strategic partnerships, and leveraging digital platforms can assist in reaching and engaging with military-connected students effectively.
8 Ways Higher Educational Institutions Can Foster Culture and Community Among Student Veterans
Transitioning from military service to academic life can be daunting, but institutions can help create a thriving culture and community for these brave individuals with the proper support.
How to Plan and Execute Cost-Effective On-Base Marketing Campaigns for Military-Connected Students
Some of the most important factors that military-connected students consider when choosing a college or university include affordability, flexibility, and support services. As such, marketing materials that foreground these values may be more effective than those that focus on more general benefits like prestige or location.
The Importance of Building Community with Student Veterans
As a service member, Ryan Greene knew the value of having a community around him and how valuable camaraderie can be in all areas of life. Realizing his military service would soon end, Greene felt it essential to find another community to be part of.
How One University Saw a 117% ROI by Supporting and Enrolling Veterans
Remaining steadfast in its commitment to meeting the holistic needs of students, especially those with military connections, produced tangible results for this historic Bay Area institution.
5 Top Programs Winning the Student Veteran Support Game
Student veterans seek higher education programs that make accessing their MHA (Military Housing Allowance), G.I. Bill benefit, Tuition Assistance (TA), and Yellow Ribbon opportunities easy. Institutions that offer credit for military service, thriving veteran student organizations, and access to veteran counselors are also highly sought after.
Veterans services help to support students, aim them right direction, and allow them to make their academic transition smooth and successful.
5 Easy Ways to Boost Your Inquiries and Applications from Military Veterans
Check out these five ways to ensure you are making the most of your inquiries and applications from military veterans.
Honoring Memorial Day: What’s Appropriate and What’s Not
Recognizing the day as one of sharing memories and honoring sacrifice is paramount.
Insights and Best Practices for Veteran Student Onboarding
Whether seeking to improve student experience and outcomes, improve retention, or boost enrollment, look no further than veteran onboard coaching.
