FEBRUARY 9, 2023 — “Educational and career resources are no longer at the education centers.” I recently contacted education office personnel here after a lengthy conversation with my son Josiah about possible career paths. He has entered his second semester of his freshman year in college and is beginning to question his degree plan choice. I can totally relate; I did … [Read more...]
Top 10 Reasons to Earn an AS in Aviation Maintenance
FEBRUARY 2, 2023 — The U.S. Naval Community College will start taking applications for the Associate of Science in Aviation Maintenance Feb. 27, 2023. This degree will be offered in partnership with Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University and will include a Naval Studies Certificate embedded in the program. Here are the top ten reasons you should apply for the AS in Aviation … [Read more...]
New 2-Year AFROTC Scholarship Available
JANUARY 31, 2023 - Air Force senior leaders introduced the Charles McGee Leadership Award to provide tuition or housing assistance to all Air Force ROTC cadets that demonstrate the ability and intent to commission into the Air Force and Space Force during a ceremony held Jan. 27 at the University of Maryland. The CMLA is a 2-year scholarship to help relieve financial burdens … [Read more...]
How Military Students Should Choose Their Degree
JANUARY 25, 2023 - Many military students attend college in the hopes of deepening their knowledge and skill while enhancing their credentials before, during and after active duty. And, like so many traditional students, military students often struggle with deciding upon the focus of their college studies. If you are wondering which degree program to pursue in higher … [Read more...]
Student Uses Guard Membership to Attend College Debt Free
JANUARY 11, 2023 - When Devon Feenstra graduated from Le Mars Community High School a few years ago, he knew he wanted to go to college. He also knew college could bridle him with some serious debt. Feenstra found a way to pay for college that would keep him debt free, while also adding some unique real-world experiences and responsibilities. While other students find … [Read more...]