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U.S. Army, Howard Establish Center of Excellence Focused on Artificial Intelligence

In a $7.5 million collaboration with the United States Army, Howard University will create a “Center of Excellence” to research artificial intelligence technology, FedScoop reported. The three main research areas at the “Howard University Center of Excellence in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning,” include “AI applications for the Department of Defense, trustworthy AI technologies and […]

December 4, 2020

U.S. Coast Guard Offers Program to College Students

The United States Coast Guard offers a program designed for college students interested in receiving military work experience, Big Island Now reported. Under the College Student Pre-Commissioning Initiative (CSPI), students are enlisted into the U.S. Coast Guard, where they complete basic training and a leadership course. Participants will receive a salary as well as have […]

December 4, 2020

University of Dayton Launching Military and Veteran Advisory Committee

The University of Dayton, a Military Friendly gold designated institution, is launching a new Military and Veteran Advisory Committee to help ensure veterans and service members attending and working at UD receive the services and programs they need to be successful. “The advisory committee will offer perspectives on issues that affect veterans and their families […]

November 29, 2020

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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 […]

November 29, 2020

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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 […]

November 29, 2020

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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 […]

November 29, 2020

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 […]

November 20, 2020

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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 […]

November 20, 2020

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 […]

November 20, 2020

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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 […]

November 20, 2020

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

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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 […]

November 13, 2020

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 […]

November 13, 2020

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

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Program Helps Veterans Transition Into College

Veteran Derek Auguste was well versed in being a soldier in the U.S. Army. But being a student was an entirely different beast. “My experience of higher education was difficult,” said Auguste, who enrolled at the University of Miami in his late 30s. “It just felt like it was so much effort and work and […]

November 6, 2020

Duke University to Host Virtual Veterans Day Ceremony

To honor veterans and active-duty serviceman, Duke University plans to host a virtual Veterans Day ceremony Nov. 11. Appearances will be made by Dr. Vincent E. Price, president of Duke, as well as other members of the community, according to the university. At the end of the event, wreaths will be placed on the Memorial […]

November 6, 2020

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

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Fallout Continues at Virginia Military Institute

There continues to be fall out at the Virginia Military Institute, following the resignation last week of the school’s superintendent, Army Gen. J.H. Binford Peay III. Peay, 80, stepped down from the post amid “ongoing structural racism” at the college. John William Boland, president of the school’s Board of Visitors called Peay a “great American, […]

October 30, 2020