Winter is just around the corner, and for most of us that means hot chocolate, warm blankets, and a cozy fire to keep our tootsies warm. But for many military families, it can also mean a winter PCS move. While not as popular as the summer PCS cycle, it is growing in popularity. We’ve moved 3 […]
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Some of the most important work Elizabeth Graham has ever done was unpaid. As an elementary teacher with volunteer stints in Haiti and Guatemala, the 29-year-old Texas educator knew she had plenty to offer employers: international teaching experience, cross-cultural leadership skills and a demonstrated drive to help children. Just one small hiccup: how to get […]
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How many times have you gone into a store with a great coupon deal, only to find that the item you wanted to buy has many “exclusions” listed in the fine print? Keeping this scenario in mind, here are some of the questionable enticements you should be aware of when shopping for the college that’s […]
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There is no shortage of horror stories about the military retirement process. Thankfully this isn’t one of them. After serving 20 years in the Marine Corps, I retired in the summer of 2018. I started planning my transition almost two years out by researching the information needed, documenting every ache and pain, and following the rigorous processes as advised by personnel and […]
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Ever thought your military experience made you the perfect candidate for a job, only to apply and get nothing but radio silence on the other end? Trust me, you’re not the first veteran to go through that, and you won’t be the last. Here are some tips to help you make it through the job-search […]
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Do you need to physically prepare for basic training? Many potential new recruits and their families are understandably concerned about the rigors of basic training. Whether it’s Army, Air Force, Navy, Marine Corps, or the Coast Guard, how should someone get ready for these fitness requirements? What follows should not be considered medical advice. This […]
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Few Americans have missed the news from the Middle East in recent weeks. It’s difficult to scroll through social media without seeing calls for war, specific response, restraint. But in the military community, it isn’t the politics that matter as much as what will happen with our service member spouses. As we watch the news, […]
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When you arrive at a new duty station in the military, you know where to go for information on housing, health care and your child’s new school. Often, those resources are all under one roof, said Beth Kubala, a senior director at the Institute for Veterans and Military Families at Syracuse University. “It’s very different […]
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It’s the beginning of a new year. Time for a fresh start. Time for New Year’s resolutions, such as eating healthier, drinking more water, exercising more, saving money. Whether you’re a newcomer or familiar to the online education journey, here are some tips I have to make your education resolutions become reality. Have a plan. […]
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Whether you’re on active duty or have already transitioned out of the military, chances are you have some good education benefits at your fingertips. So how do you make sure you don’t waste them and become a college dropout? We asked college professors, advisors and others who work with military students in higher education for […]
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