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VCCS Named as a Partner for U.S. Naval Community College Program

Virginia’s Community Colleges (VCCS) was named as one of five partner institutions for the newly-established U.S. Naval Community College program, according to Yahoo!Finance. The other chosen institutions include The State University of New York system, Alexandria Technical and Community College, the University of Arizona and the University of Maryland Global Campus. In January 2021, up to 600 […]

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University of Maine’s Program Trains Veterans on Food Production

Through the University of Maine’s new program, military veterans and their families as well as farmers with disabilities can receive food production training, according to Bangor Daily News. The program, Boots-2-Bushels: Boot Camp for Market Gardeners and Farmers, offers “safe food handling, pest management and crop planning” training, the Bangor Daily News reported. Participants complete the program online from January through May […]

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Two West Point Cadets Receive U.S. Rhodes Scholarship

Tyrese Bender and Evan Walker, United States Military Academy at West Point cadets, were among 32 awardees to receive the U.S. Rhodes Scholarship, the school announced. The Rhodes Trust offers scholars full financial support to attend the University of Oxford. Scholars are chosen based on their academic success and leadership potential. Walker plans to earn a […]

Assessing the Impact of COVID-19 on ROTC Programs

The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has affected Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) programs at higher ed institutions across the country in unique ways. Some ROTC cadets training to be officers in the U.S. armed forces have had to train while donning masks, and other cadets have had to move intense, high-contact training to Zoom in an […]

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Jill Biden Aims to Support Military Families as First Lady

During an appearance at the Military Child Education Coalition’s virtual summit, Jill Biden committed to supporting military families in her role as first lady, according to Military.com. She plans to build upon her previous work as second lady. In 2011, Biden teamed up with former first lady Michelle Obama to establish “Joining Forces.” The initiative […]

U.S. Army Field Band Prepares for 2021 Inaugural Parade Performance

As the United States Army Field Band prepares for its performance at the 2021 inaugural parade, adaptions were made due to COVID-19 restrictions, according to Military.com. Only around 25% of the 99-member band can attend practices at Fort George G. Meade. However, despite COVID-19 interruptions, the band has found ways to rehearse since August. During the […]

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U.S. Space Force Receives First Military Education Center

After a transfer from the Air Force Oct. 21, the United States Space Force received its first military education center, CSMNG reported. The Forrest L. Vosler Non-Commissioned Officer Academy trains technical sergeants in the Space Force E-6s and Air Force in order to educate them on ways to lead and oversee their units, according to CSMNG. “Under Air […]

Assessing the Impact of COVID-19 on ROTC Programs

The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has affected Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) programs at higher ed institutions across the country in unique ways.

Brown University Receives $20 Million Gift to Fund Veteran Student Scholarships

Brown University received a $20 million donation from Joseph P. Healey, co-founder of HealthCor, to create more scholarship opportunities for veteran students, the school announced. Healey is a United States army veteran and also has family ties to the university. With half of the funding, the Elaine and Joseph Healey Scholarship will be developed. The remaining […]

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U.S. Naval Academy Names First Black Female Brigade Commander

Midshipman 1st Class Sydney Barber was recently named the first Black female brigade commander at the United States Naval Academy, according to the Washington Post. She will be the 16th woman to serve as brigade commander, a position chosen by school leaders. Beginning next semester, Barber, who is studying mechanical engineering, will lead 4,400 students and oversee daily […]

SUNY to Establish Veteran and Military Action Council

To create more opportunities for military students, the State University of New York (SUNY) plans to form a Veteran and Military Action Council, according to Spectrum News. Co-chairs of the council include Dr. Robert K. Nye, president of Finger Lakes Community College, and University at Albany-SUNY President Dr. Havidán Rodríguez. The council will address the […]

Platform Assists Higher Ed Institutions in Retaining Students

Aviso Retention, an educational assistance platform, is allowing higher ed institutions to retain their students and better help them succeed.

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