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

Senior Airman Heather Valenzuela, 96th Medical Group, stands at parade rest as part of an all-female formation prior to the base retreat ceremony March 30, 2017, at Eglin Air Force Base, Fla.

Program focused on women vets health care could become mandatory for transitioning troops

The idea stems from the small numbers of troops who used the Women’s Health Transitioning Training program.

21 hours ago

Military Veterans in Journalism hosts inaugural convention, showcasing veteran talent

The MVJ 2021 Convention will feature CNN's Jake Tapper as a keynote speaker, and host a series of panels promoting veterans in journalism.

6 days ago

Education and Transition

Retired Navy Seabee finds new mission cleaning up Pearl Harbor

A former Navy Seabee explains how the service gave him the tools to form a non-profit.

DoD killed off Troops to Teachers program that helped thousands. Advocates want to revive it

The 28-year-old transition program was ended eariler this month, but lawmakers may vote to restart it next year.

13 days ago

Naval Community College prepares for second influx of sailors, Marines and Coast Guardsmen

The pilot program allows service members to earn an associate’s degree, with courses starting in January 2022.

2 weeks ago

Veterans unemployment held steady in September as national outlook improved

About 300,000 veterans were looking but unable to find steady employment last month.

3 weeks ago

Feds threaten big fines against for-profits schools that dupe troops, veterans

Federal Trade Commission officials said they have seen an increase in education complaints related to unfair recruiting practices.

3 weeks ago

Changes to federal loan forgiveness program will benefit thousands of troops, vets and DoD workers

The Public Service Loan Forgiveness program waives debts for workers who have 10 years experience in federal or non-profit posts and have been making regular loan payments.

3 weeks ago

You’re leaving the military. Here are some ways to help figure out what’s next

Here are some ways to think about figuring out your next career.

4 weeks ago

Military couple turned farmers helps veterans and other entrepreneurs sell their goods

Justin and Tara Brant held the grand opening of Black Swamp Artisanal Market in downtown Dover.

4 weeks ago

Spouses could more easily transfer professional licenses after PCS, under House plan

Transferring professional licenses has long been an issue for military spouses, who often face onerous and expensive processes to be able to work in their new location.

5 weeks ago

Scam targeting GI Bill students nets Texas man 19 years in prison

Ready Retail was raided by the FBI in September 2017.

5 weeks ago