
Advice for Military Connected Students

Meet the New Outreach and Career Programs Manager
Jill New serves as the Outreach and Career Programs Manager and is excited to join the VVC team.

Ace Your Next Interview with these Tips
Preparing for an interviewing – whether it’s for promotion, admission to a program or for a job after graduation – can be intimidating.

What We Can Learn From Enrollment Trends
For every student who disenrolled in their higher education in 2020 and 2021, there is a valid and important reason. These trends may help explain why.

Do You Know These Women Veterans?
Women have made several wonderful contributions to the military community and the country, both technologically and socially.

Consider These Veteran Mentorship Programs
Mentorship programs are a great way to advance your career and, in turn, help others when you're transition is complete.

How to Make Friends with Classmates of Different Ages
It's time to start building your new support system, which means finding some new friends, of all ages, to add to your list.

Ways to Balance School and Relationships Post-Military
Transition from the military can be rough on relationships, and finding the balance between them and school can be just as hard.

How to Stay Healthy During the Winter Months
Cold is relative, but if it’s colder than you’d like outside, here are some tips to help you stay healthy in the winter months.

Changes to Veterans Benefits in 2022
Earlier this school year a new requirement began and veterans must verify heir enrollment monthly.

7 Questions Veterans Should Ask When Choosing a School
The best way to choose a school is to start by finding a school in a location you're excited about that offers the program or major that interests you.

What Learning Option is Right for You?
Whichever learning option you choose this time, work at it hard and then reevaluate for the next semester.

Why Academic Goals Are Important for 2022
Before the holidays completely overtake the calendar, it's a good idea to think about what you'd like to accomplish in the next year.

Changes to the Residency Requirements for Housing Allownace Coming Soon
If you’ve been using your Post-9/11 GI Bill benefits for a few years, the new system will look like the old system. But if you’re newer to this, here’s a quick breakdown.

Prepare for Your Next Virtual Interview with These Tips
Virtual interviews give you an opportunity to practice your interview technique without having to travel. Being open to participating in them may open more doors for your future.

Why Reading for Fun is Important
When you have the opportunity to choose your own book, you may not be sure it’s worth your time. It is. Here are seven types of books to pick up or download to enjoy reading for fun.

How to Determine Which Degree is Right for You
Here are a few ways to help you figure out what you may want to study.

Why Everyone Should Spend Time Outside
Veterans and military-connected students can benefit from daily outside time, especially when they do it with friends or family.

5 Benefits of Taking College Courses Online
There are many benefits from taking college courses online, such as flexibility and variety of courses.

How to Determine Which School to Attend
Just like there are various options for what kind of school to attend, there are also options for how to structure your education.

A Quick Review of the Changes to the 48 Month Rule
This change is big because VR&E -- which used to count against GI Bill benefits -- doesn't count against the 48-Month Rule anymore.