New Resource Helps Veterans Maximize Education Benefits

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1 UNCW Military Affiliated Newsletter Dates you should know: March 1st 9th No classes: Spring Break Mar.12 - Coffee Break Mar Coffee Break March 19th Housing Fair Mar Coffee Break Mar Resume Coach March 26th Job Expo at Camp Lejeune New Resource Helps Veterans Maximize Education Benefits On February 4th, 2014 the Department of Veterans Affairs launched the new online GI Bill Comparison Tool aimed at providing veterans with the facts and figures necessary to make an informed decision on where to use their VA education benefits. Through this new tool, veterans will have access to institutional data based on the Department of Education s IPEDS database including: a school s graduation rates loan default rates median student debt veteran specific indicators such the school s participation in the Yellow Ribbon Program Inside this issue: Housing Fair 2 Coffee Breaks 2 Campus Events 3 A Sammy Seahawk Suggestion 3 Lejeune Job Expo 4 compliance with the Principles of Excellence, and the number of GI Bill beneficiaries at the institution Using a number of variables -- the user s Post-9/11 active duty service, current military status, whether they plan to take online courses, and the institution they are interested in attending -- the GI Bill Comparison Tool also generates the veteran s estimated housing allowance and book stipend. This GI Bill Comparison Tool is a step towards helping veterans use their federal benefits in a smarter, more economical way. Increasing access to consumer education tools is but one component of SVA s strategic advocacy efforts aimed at supporting student veterans to and through higher education. Information taken from: Page 1

2 Housing Fair!!! The Spring Housing Fair sponsored by the PERCH, is coming back to Warwick on Wednesday Mar 19th from 11am 2pm. There will be numerous off campus representatives available for you to speak with. There will also be free pizza and giveaways! So come learn about your off-campus living options and services! Housing Upcoming PERCH Coffee Breaks Mar.12 - Wimbledon Chase Mar Abbotts Run Mar Avalon Apartments Mar Carolina Cove Apr Carolina Cove Apr Wimbledon Chase Page 2 Stop by our tables in the Fisher Student Center across from the Bookstore entrance on Wednesdays and Thursdays and grab a free cup of coffee or juice and a bite to eat. You will have a chance to speak with apartment representatives and see what your options are for living off-campus. To the left are the upcoming PERCH coffee breaks. To see more Coffee Break dates, like the PERCH Facebook page or follow the PERCH on Twitter.

3 Campus Events Education Job Fair Visit with reps from school districts from throughout the region with opportunities in Pre-K through 12 teaching. Professional attire required. Mon, Mar 3 Panel, 9-10am, 10 a.m.-12noon Warwick Center Going Global: Finding International Jobs and Internships Interested in working abroad? Learn how to begin your search and find resources for global opportunities, Fri., Mar 21, 3:30 p.m. Randall Library Auditorium, RL 2047 Professional Etiquette in the Workplace Full course workshop and business meal. Tips on dining, attire,, social media, employer culture and workplace etiquette from employers. Tickets available in SeaWork under Career Events tab for $25. Ticket Deadline March 10th Resume Coach Get a game plan for your resume and cover letters. Tips on format and content. Wed., Mar. 26, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Randall Library Lobby Mon., Mar. 17, 5:30 p.m. Burney Center Career Lane Express Hours: Mon-Fri, 2:00-4:00 pm Wed-Thu, 9:00-11:00 am Don t Forget to fill out your FAFSA!! UNCW s school code for your FASFA is: VA Student Walk-In Hours Mondays 3:00pm 4:30pm Tuesdays 12:00pm 1:00pm Thursdays 2:00pm 4:00pm Page 3

4 Military Veteran's Literature Magazine Are you a veteran that is interested in writing? The Pass In Review is a magazine for the arts that is focused on giving the military a voice. This magazine's goal is to cast veterans in a new light by allowing the public to see their work and gain an understanding of the veteran s perspective. They believe that veterans from all conflicts through out time have been misrepresented in the artistic community. The Pass In Review is a paying market; the next issue will focus on humor and will accept submissions until April 1st in the following categories: Short Fiction Poetry Visual Art Short Film Music To see the pay and guidelines of submissions for artists visit Wednesday March 26th Goettge Memorial Field House Lejeune Expo Gather information and talk to representatives pertaining to distance learning, technical training, getting a PhD, and much more. Also, you can learn about tuition assistance (if reinstated), and scholarships opportunities. Meet over 70 employers looking to hire in various occupational fields. Bring plenty of resumes, dress for success, and be prepared for on the spot interviews. This event is open to active duty personnel, retirees, reservists, their families, base employees, and Coastal Carolina Community College students. For more information on the Job Fair call (910) and for information on the Education Expo call (910) A list of employers can be found at Page 4

5 About the PERCH PERCH services, provided by the Office of the Dean of Students, contribute to the successful transition and university engagement of off-campus, non-traditional, graduate, and military-affiliated students by: Located in with the Office of the Dean of Students, FUU Providing Personal support Delivering Educational opportunities Connecting students to UNCW and Wilmington Resources Arranging opportunities for Community development Assisting with your off-campus Housing search Like Seahawks, when our students utilize PERCH services, they graduate and soar to new heights! Check out the PERCH on Facebook at ThePERCHUNCW or on Twitter at twitter.com/theperch_uncw. Page 5