Extending Lifelong Learning
The non-traditional marketplace is far from homogenous. Underneath the “non-traditional” umbrella are a number of diverse groups with a range of specific needs and unique challenges. Understanding the demands of these groups will allow institutions to create for them a truly impactful higher education experience.
Improving Support and Services for Military Connected Students Even with Limited Resources
Ann Treadaway | Director of Veteran and Military Programs, Rutgers UniversityWith the passage of Post 9/11 Veterans Education Assistance Act of 2008, more commonly referred to as the Post 9/11 GI Bill, institutions of higher education experienced a dramatic influx…
The Forever GI Bill: A Beginning Not an End
Karen Gross | Senior Counsel, Widmeyer CommunicationsThe New Legislation (HR 3218): Silence Isn’t Golden It is quite remarkable actually. The first major changes to the Post-9/11 GI Bill since 2011 were signed into law by President…
Widening the Pipeline: Offering College Credit to High School Students
Rakhshi Hamid | Director of High School Programs, Laramie County Community College“Mom, do you really have to talk to all my friends about their college opportunities?” This is a complaint my daughter often has of me. I explain, yes, I want…
Fast-Tracking Military Attainment: Creating Credential Pathways for Service Members
Margherita Clark | Dean of Health and Human Services, Lansing Community CollegeIncreasing numbers of military personnel—both active service members and veterans—are enrolling in postsecondary programs across the United States every year. These students bring with them significant amounts of training and…
SOLDIER: Seven Things I Learned in the Army that Helped Me Succeed in Law School
David Thompson | Communications Outreach Director for Veterans’ Advocates, Washington and Lee UniversityNo doubt about it: Law school is challenging. With the scare stories of 1L, 1L of a Ride, and similar books, a lot of law students work themselves into a…
Adult Learners, America Needs You Back! (Part 3)
Cheryl Hayek | Special Advisor to the President and Provost Emerita, Grantham UniversityPart III: Research into Practice: The Blueprint for Military Postsecondary Retention They Are Unique Individuals: Serving Those Who Serve One common—even paramount—belief structure must exist within all Americans if the…
What It Takes to Make “Military-Friendly” A Reality
Beth Brunk-Chavez | Dean of Extended University, University of Texas at El Paso—With Nadia Munoz | Director of the Military Student Success Center, University of Texas at El Paso— More and more students are enrolling in higher education from the military, whether…