Education and Transition

Everything service members and veterans need to know about getting an education, finding a job, starting a business and transitioning out of the military

Boatswain Mate 2nd Class Jorge Monarez Jr. speaks to a recruit division Jan. 7, 2020, during an applied training exercise inside the USS Marlinspike Seamanship Trainer at Recruit Training Command at Great Lakes, Ill.

Navy offers future sailors, veterans up to $115,000 in enlistment, loan repayment incentives

Future sailors and veterans must either enlist or reassess into active duty and ship out before the end of September to qualify.

2 days ago

Veterans unemployment under 3% for the fifth consecutive month

The news represents the best streak of veterans employment data in 22 years.

9 days ago

Military Culture

Florida schools to let veterans teach without degrees

As of July 1, 2022, veterans can work as teachers without a bachelor's degree.

Marine veteran grows new business with microgreens

Veteran Ian Young said being in the Marines helped him develop the “self-management” he needed to run his own business full-time.

3 weeks ago

Silicon Valley offers vets career options beyond technology

Silicon Valley companies like to hire veterans — in more than just technology roles.

3 weeks ago

Nonprofit aims to help veterans requiring kidney transplants

DOVE acts as an advocate by identifying, screening, and educating prospective donors and matching them to veterans in need.

4 weeks ago

Jan-Pro’s VetConnection program offers franchise opportunities for veterans

Air Force veteran Anthony Gentile helps other veterans develop Jan-Pro franchises.

5 weeks ago

Veterans unemployment rate under 3% for nearly all eras of service

Last month, veterans from the Iraq and Afghanistan wars posted their lowest unemployment rate in three years.

5 weeks ago

GI Bill fix would ease financial reporting rules for colleges

Some schools have reported significant problems in navigating recent changes to veterans education benefits.

6 weeks ago

Considerations for veterans when picking a college

Tips to pick the right college after your time in the service.

7 weeks ago

From sailor to CEO: Navy veteran shares tips for business success

Navy veteran Thomas H. Douglas answers questions about his transition from military service to civilian employee to CEO.

8 weeks ago

Navy veteran debuts ‘Adapt or Die’ business manual

Navy veteran and businessman Thomas H. Douglas offers advice for those considering business ownership after military service.

8 weeks ago

Tips for managing stress

Tips for veterans to manage stress.

8 weeks ago

NextOp helps mid-level enlisted find their civilian career

NextOp acts as a bridge to convey valuable skills and time in service to help find veterans the next opportunity.

2 months ago

Financial tips for transitioning vets

Financial tips for transitioning vets.

2 months ago

Veteran small business start-ups need more federal and community support, advocates say

Federal officials have seen a rise in new small business applications since the start of the pandemic.

2 months ago

Plan would give VA more power to protect GI Bill benefits in future national emergencies

Emergency powers given to VA leaders amid the coronavirus pandemic expired earlier this month.

2 months ago

Unemployed veterans dropped by more than half-a-million in last two years

Veterans unemployment has been less than 3.0% for three consecutive months.

2 months ago

Lawmakers worry VA home loans aren’t keeping up with hot housing market

Despite federal backing and lower costs, the loans aren't always the easiest way for veterans to purchase a home.

2 months ago

How the last VFW post in one city is shaking things up

New Orleans’ last remaining Veterans of Foreign Wars post is breaking the mold.

3 months ago

The changing face of the VFW

The older generation is still in attendance, but the new face of the VFW looks like you.

3 months ago

Bond formed in the Marine Corps continues to college — and beyond

A group of nine former Marines has maintained their bond through college life at Arizona State University.

3 months ago

Veterans unemployment under 3% for second consecutive month

The positive news may be a sign that the U.S. economy is near a full recovery from the coronavirus pandemic.

3 months ago

Vets at schools with unusual calendars may be losing out on GI Bill money

The department underpaid about 2,500 students in the 2020-2021 school year because of mistakes over their days in class.

3 months ago

Making the transition from service easier for military families

Transition from the military to civilian living is a major life change for service members and their families.

3 months ago

New DD-214 form created for Guard, reserve troops

The new DD-214-1 will standardize separation forms across all reserve components.

4 months ago

Last-minute fix allows major for-profit school to again receive GI Bill payouts

Advocates remain concerned about what led up to the approval problem and past operations by University of Arizona Global Campus.

4 months ago

Army program connects soldiers with civilian career opportunities

The Army PaYS program connects trained soldiers with civilian employers seeking their skillsets.

4 months ago