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From Combat to College: Turning Your Military Training into Academic Credits
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From Combat to College: Turning Your Military Training into Academic Credits

Military service is a unique experience that prepares individuals for combat situations and equips them with practical skills and knowledge applicable to civilian opportunities. For many veterans, transitioning from the military to civilian life involves pursuing higher education to enhance their professional prospects.

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Understanding Book Stipends and Your GI Bill®️ Benefits

Understanding Book Stipends and Your GI Bill®️ Benefits

You've applied and been admitted to your program of choice. You have initiated your GI Bill®️ Benefits to cover your tuition and fees. Your military housing allowance (MHA) has been determined and approved by the VA. Before you begin your classes, there is another benefit that you can expect to receive: the book and supply stipend.

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Memorial Day and The Last Full Measure of Devotion

Memorial Day and The Last Full Measure of Devotion

For many Americans, Memorial Day is barely more than an observance of a federal holiday, a time to gather for a barbeque with family and friends and raise a glass for freedom. Even mainstream media can sometimes objectify the day with stock footage of flags on tombstones or with a televised reunion featuring a child throwing out the first pitch at a baseball game only to discover her redeployed parent hidden behind a catcher's equipment.

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Summer Term: To Continue or To Take a Break?

Summer Term: To Continue or To Take a Break?

During the summer months, it might feel like you're approaching a crossroads – as it does for many student veterans. Do you continue your classes and maintain your scholarly momentum or need a break from classes and assignments? For this test, there is no wrong answer. However, there are three significant considerations to remember when determining if taking courses during the summer term is right for you.

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Military Appreciation Month

Military Appreciation Month

National Military Appreciation Month, celebrated every May, was introduced in 1999 to encourage US citizens to observe the month as a symbol of unity. Characterized by six national observances highlighting the extraordinary contributions of those who have served and sacrificed, each day offers a distinct significance.

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Student Steps to Success: Getting Started 

Student Steps to Success: Getting Started 

Whether you are just in the information-gathering or consideration stages of beginning or restarting your education or confidently approaching the starting line, there are a few factors to keep in mind. To be successful, these five steps are crucial.

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The Misogi Challenge and the Military: Why a Hero's Journey to Graduation Matters

The Misogi Challenge and the Military: Why a Hero's Journey to Graduation Matters

At its core, misogi is about transformation. It is about relinquishing old habits and limiting beliefs and embracing a new, more powerful version of yourself. Through pushing their physical, mental, and spiritual limits, participants discover a reservoir of strength and resilience that they never knew existed. By gaining newfound confidence and courage, misogi offers an opportunity to be better equipped to handle the many difficulties and obstacles that life throws you.

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