March 10, 2017, by Kara Masterson - With thousands of veterans leaving the service every year, it is no surprise that they are an attractive demographic for colleges and universities. Given the fact that veterans are often excellent students, this is not at all surprising. Here are a few quick tips to help make sure that you make the most of your unique situation. Stay … [Read more...]

March 2, 2017, by Emma Sturgis - Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, or PTSD, is an extremely common psychological problem, especially among soldiers returning home from combat duty in Iraq and Afghanistan. PTSD is a direct result of the trauma that soldiers experience in battle, causing sudden frightening and uncontrollable flashbacks of their traumatic battle experiences. These … [Read more...]

March 2, 2017, by Rachael Murphey - When a loved one is an active service member, it can be difficult to make sure they receive the proper support when they return. Two common afflictions service members face are traumatic brain injury (TBI) and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, commonly known as PTSD. Understanding the difference between the two can allow you to provide complete … [Read more...]

March 2, 2017, by Carla Adams - Joining the military is a life changing experience as not only yours but your family’s life goes through a drastic upheaval. Serving in the military is drastically different from being a civilian and nowhere is it more apparent than it is when it comes down to raising children. Your military career is a source of joy and pride for you but you … [Read more...]

March 1, 2017, by David McCauley – The U.S. military plays an important role in response to natural disasters and can deploy Department of Defense assets to provide relief to nations across the globe. These operations are referred to as Military Humanitarian Assistance / Disaster Relief (HA/DR). First responders offer valuable aid (clearing debris, rescue, constructing temp … [Read more...]