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Section: Academics
Academics
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 […]
November 29, 2020
Academics
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 […]
November 29, 2020
Academics
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 […]
November 20, 2020
Academics
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 […]
November 13, 2020
Academics
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 […]
November 13, 2020
Academics
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 RodrĂguez. The council will address the […]
November 13, 2020
Academics
Cornell’s Undergraduate Student Veteran Enrollment Sees Growth
Undergraduate student veteran enrollment at Cornell University this fall reached its highest number, 33, in more than 40 years. This includes five first-year and 28 transfer students. The total number of undergraduate student veterans is 67 while there are 166 professional and graduate students also currently enrolled, Cornell reported. The growth is attributed to the efforts […]
November 6, 2020
Academics
APUS Awarded Over $17.6 in Grants to Cover Tuition Fees for 49,000 Military Members
As part of the American Public University System’s (APUS) Freedom Grant, $17.6 million was donated to 49,000 military members to assist with education fees, according to the organization. Under the grant, National Guard members, active-duty U.S. military members and reservists who use military tuition assistance (TA) can complete their undergraduate or master’s degree programs tuition-free. The […]
November 6, 2020
Academics
UMGC Now Offers Virtual Academic Advising for Military Students
Academic advising will now be available virtually for military students at the University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC), according to Radio.com. During the meetings, which will take place on Zoom through Virtual Advising Rooms, military students can discuss topics such as course registration, financial aid, educational goals. Since its establishment over 70 years ago, UMGC […]
October 30, 2020
Academics
Georgia Southern Partners With USNCC to Offer Military Members Educational Opportunities
Georgia Southern University was among 119 colleges chosen to work with the newly established United States Naval Community College (USNCC) to create more educational opportunities for military members, according to AllOnGeorgia. Remote curriculum and course options will be offered. There will be 500 military members participating in the pilot group in January 2021. However, each year […]
October 24, 2020
Academics
University of Toledo Receives $3 Million from U.S. Department of Defense
The United States Department of Defense donated $3 million to the University of Toledo (UT), according to the Blade. The grant will go towards the Networking Urban Resources with Teachers and University to enrich Early Childhood Science (NURTURES) program, which focuses on improving young children’s education within the science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) field. […]
October 9, 2020
Academics
Bethel University’s College of Adult and Professional Studies to Offer Lower Tuition Rate for Active-Duty Military Members
Bethel University’s College of Adult and Professional Studies (CAPS) will offer a tuition rate of $250 per credit for active duty military members, according to the school. To be eligible, military members must be actively serving in the Marine Corps, Navy Coast Guard, Space Force, Air Force or Army as well as those within the […]
August 28, 2020
Academics
Jefferson Community College Offers Military Vouchers
During the 2020 fall semester, active duty service members can save up to $420 on technology, tuition and other student comprehensive fees through Jefferson Community College’s (JCC) Military Spark Voucher, according to ABC50. The voucher, funded by the JCC Foundation, is offered on a first-come first-served basis. Students can apply online by filling out a form […]
August 7, 2020
Academics
Cuesta College to Provide Student Services to Camp Roberts
Cuesta College and Camp Roberts recently signed an agreement allowing Cuesta College to provide on-site enrollment and student services to Camp Roberts personnel and their families. “We’re excited about the partnership between Cuesta College and Camp Roberts,” said Colonel Robert Horvath, Camp Roberts Commander. “Having an Enrollment Success Specialist here will help open the door […]
July 23, 2020
Academics
Pentagon Preparing to Open Schools on Military Bases Worldwide This Fall
The Pentagon says it’s preparing to open schools on U.S. military bases worldwide this fall for students in grades K-12 as long as the risk of transmission of the novel coronavirus in the surrounding area remains “limited” or “moderate,” according to newly released guidance. “To the maximum extent possible… schools will operate brick and mortar […]
July 23, 2020
Academics
University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee Instructor Under Fire for Comments
Betsy Schoeller, a retired Wisconsin Air National Guard officer who is also an instructor at the University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee is drawing criticism after she posted comments on Facebook in response to an article about slain solider  Specialist Vanessa Guillen’s sexual harassment allegation, saying sexual harassment is the price of admission for women in the […]
July 12, 2020
Academics
Bass Makes History as First Asian American Female to Assume Air Force Post
General Charles Q. Brown Jr., who will take over as Chief of Staff of the Air Force this summer, has tapped Chief Master Sgt. JoAnne Bass to become the 19th Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force. She is the first female enlisted Airman to lead one of the U.S. armed forces. Brown and Bass […]
June 21, 2020
Academics
Poll Reveals Racial Divide Over Renaming Confederate Bases and Reparations
A new poll reveals that the majority of Americans are resistant to renaming U.S. military bases that carry the names of Confederate leaders, while two-thirds of Black Americans are in favor. The ABC/IPSOS poll also reveal that this same group is also opposed to providing reparations to the descendants of slaves. Black Americans (72%) are […]
June 21, 2020
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