These tips are courtesy of the National Association of Veterans’ Programs Administrator (NAVPA). These are their 10 best suggestions for returning veterans thinking about going to college as reported to U.S. News and World Report. Start by applying. Whether you are a first-time college student or a transfer student, you must fill out an application. Go to the school’s website to find the requirement and deadlines. Provide transcripts and test scores as needed and your DD-214 for credits you might have earned while in the service. Take a tour of the campus—either online or in person. Meet the School Certifying…
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Join us at the GEO Week Conference from February 11 to 13, 2024, at the Colorado Convention Center in Denver, Colorado. This premier event bridges the gap between the built environment, advanced geospatial technologies and commercial 3D technologies, providing a platform for industry leaders to share insights and explore the future of geospatial innovation. Integrating Technology: Advancements in Lidar, AI, and More Explore the intersection of geospatial and built environments with in-depth case studies and conversations. Learn about the latest lidar advances, the impact of AI and machine learning and the democratization of lidar and mobile mapping. Discover how emerging…
The Veteran EDGE Conference is focused on addressing the opportunities and challenges faced by growth-stage businesses that are actively scaling or ready-to-scale. Over the course of three days, veteran and military spouse business owners, corporate decisionmakers, government contracting leaders, and other stakeholders from around the country will network with one another, learn about the latest opportunities, best practices, and resources available to their growing companies, and celebrate each other’s successes. What You’ll See at EDGE: Breakout sessions include Sales & Storytelling, How Do I Know if I’m Procurement Ready?, Mergers & Acquisitions, Creative Problem Solving, State of the U.S. Economy,…
With an impressive resume and a long-time commitment to the U.S. Navy, it’s no wonder that Admiral Lisa Franchetti was nominated and assigned as the Chief of Naval Operations. In November, Franchetti was sworn in as the 33rd Chief of Naval Operations at a small ceremony in the Pentagon. She is the first woman to lead the U.S. Navy in its history. According to the BBC, this is also the first time that a woman was nominated to head a Pentagon military service branch. She was voted into the position on a 95-1 vote. “I am honored to have been…
In a new initiative launched by the Department of Veterans and the Veterans Health Administration (VHA), all World War II veterans are now eligible for health care, medical services and nursing home care free of charge when enrolled with VA health care. The VHA is not only one of the most popular resources used by military personnel and veterans, but the largest integrated health care system in the country with 1,321 health care facilities including several medical centers and outpatient sites. This expansion applies to all WWII veterans who served between December 7, 1941 and December 31, 1946, regardless of…
By Bill Armour When I joined the Army at 18, I had no idea what I was getting into in many ways. The next 10 weeks I spent in the summer sun in Fort Jackson, South Carolina, would help mold me into the man I would be for the rest of my life. The Army values of loyalty, duty, respect, selfless service, honor, integrity and personal courage would be instilled into me permanently. These values would become staples in how I approached any task in front of me, both inside the military and outside. I was initially drawn towards the…
In December, the veterans’ unemployment rate experienced a slight increase but concluded 2023 with the lowest monthly average in over two decades, as per data recently released by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Approximately 261,000 veterans seeking employment faced full-time job challenges last month, resulting in an unemployment rate of 3%, up from 2.8% in November. Despite this uptick, it marked the lowest December figure since 2000, when the BLS began publicly reporting data on veterans’ job searches, and it remains significantly below the national rate of 3.7%.Throughout 2023, the average monthly veterans’ unemployment rate hovered just under 2.8%, representing…
By Natalie Rodgers Regardless of where you are in your business or entrepreneurial journey, you understand the difficulties that can come with being your own boss. Not only do you have to manage every aspect of your own company, but you have to find ways to best fund, expand, recruit and sustain your business. If you’ve been on the fence about seeking your business certification, now is the perfect time to officially become Disability-Owned Business Enterprise (DOBE) certified. With a certification, you’ll gain the title and access to a plethora of resources that will help you grow your business. Here’s…
The Department of Veterans Affairs announced several critical advancements in its veteran suicide prevention initiatives, including $52.5 million in new veteran suicide prevention grants, a new set of veteran suicide prevention public service announcements (PSAs), and, for the first time, statistics on the impact of VA’s new program offering free emergency medical care to veterans in acute suicidal crisis at any VA or non-VA health care facility. Specifically, more than 32,000 veterans in acute suicidal crises have received free emergency health care under the new, life-saving VA policy. “There is nothing more important to VA than preventing veteran suicide—nothing,” said…
A 22-year-old United States Air Force fighter pilot in training to become a Top Gun has achieved the title of Miss America. Madison Marsh, hailing from Fort Smith, Arkansas, secured the prestigious award at a ceremony in Orlando, Florida, on Sunday.Having been crowned Miss Colorado in May 2023, Second Lt. Marsh competed in the finals to claim the top honor. Notably, she is the first active-duty officer from any branch of the military to represent at the national level of the Miss America organization.A highly accomplished individual, Marsh holds titles such as National Truman Scholar, two-time National Astronaut scholar, eight-time…
