Knowledge Base

Welcome to the Knowledge Base. This is a continually updated database of articles, interviews, white papers, videos, and more – all related to the success of student veterans and those that serve them. You are encouraged to use these resources to enhance your own knowledge, but to also share these with your colleagues. In addition, we ask that you submit articles, white papers, videos, or anything else that can help enhance the knowledge of your peers. Please submit resources here.
Veteran Ally Training Slides
In Chapter 7 of the Camouflage to Campus Field Guide, we share a number of slides that you can use as the template for your Faculty & Staff Veteran Ally Training. The goal of the program is to provide understanding and context surrounding military-connected...
read moreTransition Assistance Program – What is it?
Every day Service members make the transition from the military to civilian life. Successful transition is an important and collaborative effort. To aid in the transition, and at the direction of the President of the United States, DoD, VA, DOL, DHS, ED, OPM, and SBA...
read moreStevenson University – Veteran’s Career Resource Guide
We were excited to have the opportunity to support Shane Knickman, Veterans Peer Adviser - Office of Career Services at Stevenson University, and his team with content for their new Veterans Career Resource Guide. Take a look at this great resource. If you have a...
read moreStudent Veterans – Your New Mission: Your Career
Each year over 200,000 service members transition from the military and subsequently become veterans. Most veterans have little exposure to the private sector prior to joining the military. Additionally, with a few exceptions, the only schools and education they’ve...
read moreStudent Veteran Celebration Month
November 11 our nation celebrates our Veterans. For our Veterans on college campuses, this is a time to educate and develop awareness among administrators, faculty, staff and fellow students about what it means to have served this great country. And for our college...
read moreOlympic College – Starting a Video Library
This past summer I had the pleasure of connecting with the Military Education & Veteran Services Team at Olympic College - located in Bremerton, WA (just a short drive from my house). I shared my experiences with the team and offered to volunteer my time to help...
read moreFrom Soldier to Student II: Assessing Campus Programs for Veterans and Service Members
Produced in July 2012 by the American Council on Education (ACE) and it's partners, From Soldier to Student II, is a great tool to look at how far services for military-connected students has come in four years. But also the opportunities that still exist. Most...
read moreVeterans Leadership Transition Course – Univ. of IL
Having veterans on campus is an honor. The University recognizes the vast experiences and leadership that veterans bring from the military. For some returning veterans, going back to school can present unique challenges. There are many offices on campus and within the...
read moreMillennial Interns – Five Ways They Can Help Grown Small and Mid-sized Businesses
Who are millennials and what characteristics are they known for? They are digitally literate, innovative, and flexible. They are diverse. They are also ambitious, socially conscious, and eager to work. Large companies are working hard to attract them because they...
read moreSo You Are Thinking About Taking Online Classes?
Are you self-motivated? If the answer is “yes”, then online education may be a good fit for you. Choosing a college or university to attend is a big step in planning your education and career goals, and you want to make sure you find a good fit. While the information...
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