January 11, 2016, by David McCauley - The active duty military lifestyle is undoubtedly busy. More than once I heard from service members that they felt that they didn’t have enough time to pursue a degree. Some days you will have little to no time for yourself because you are busy with inspections, drills, and standing watch. Sometimes the opposite is true, and duty days can … [Read more...]
Veterans Education: The 7 Best College Degrees for Our Military Men and Women
December 28, 2015, by Lizzie Weakley - Thanks to the GI Bill, America's military members are entitled to a free college education. But it can be difficult to decide what degree to get. On one hand, it should be something that can translate into a lucrative second career if the veteran is retiring, or a promotion into a desirable field if not. But it is important to do something … [Read more...]
5 Reasons Why Veterans Should Choose Healthcare Careers
November 25, 2015, by D.M. McCauley - For veteran and active duty service members in the healthcare field, there are a myriad of career options post-service. You are knowledgeable and already accustomed to hard work and rigorous discipline. These are vital to succeeding in the fast-paced environment of the civilian medical world. Doctors, nurses, Hospital Corpsman, and medics … [Read more...]
Biggest Failures to Come Out of Veteran Affairs
November 23, 2015, by Brooke Chaplan - Scandal, incompetence, and corruption have plagued the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) since its creation after World War I. From denying promised payments to veterans, to providing subpar or even non-existent medical care leading to unnecessary deaths, the VA has a blemished history regarding its mission to serve American veterans. … [Read more...]
Veteran Retirement Aids You Shouldn’t Forget About
November 13, 2015, by Brooke Chaplan - Planning for retirement can bring a variety of concerns about financial security into the forefront of your mind. If you are a veteran, a number of benefits are available that many may not know, or have forgotten about. Here’s a look at a few that may be able to help you make your retirement a little more secure. Financial Need … [Read more...]