Veterans Club Newsletter
WELCOME BACK – FALL 2024!
We hope you had a fun and safe summer!The Veterans Club is a welcoming space open to veterans, dependents, and non-veteran students alike. It serves as a platform for building friendship and meaningful connections. Our weekly gatherings take place in STC 286, located on the 2nd floor, next to the Queer Corner, during common hours (11:30 -12:15) and will begin the week after the involvement fair. For those unable to join in person, we offer the option to participate via Zoom, ensuring that distance doesn’t hinder our unity. If you would like to stay up to date on events,you can join our Whats App group by clicking here.
We look forward to seeing you!
IMPORTANT:
If you have not already, please request certification to ensure classes are not dropped, and the VA pays tuition and BAH. You can request certification by filling out the form labeled “Request for Certification.”
Internship Opportunity
We are looking for one veteran interested in doing a VA work-study. Must have at least one semester completed at WCC and be a full-time student. If you are interested, please see Travis Melby in STC 013 or call 91 4-606-6122.
Upcoming Events
Club Meetings STC 286 @ 11:30 – First meeting: September 18, 2024
Student Involvement Fair – Come by and say hi!
Hosted by Student Involvement
Date: Wednesday, September 11, 2024, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Location: David Swope Student Center, Lawn | Rain Location: David Swope Student Center, Event Room and Cafeteria – SUNY Westchester Valhalla
Come learn about the 50+ clubs and organizations on-campus and how you can get involved! Stop by the Department of Student Involvement (DSI) table first to pick up your involvement punch card and Club packets for an opportunity to win a $50 Amazon Gift Card.
For more information, contact getinvolved@sunywcc.edu.
Veteran Service and Job Fair Event
at SUNY Westchester Yonkers
In collaboration with Career Services
Date: Wednesday, September 25, 2024, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Location: SUNY Westchester Yonkers
843 Kimball Avenue, Yonkers, New York
SAVE this DATE, PLAN and PREPARE to participate in the Yonkers Job Fair & Veterans Info Fair event! This job fair is open to all students and the community – not just for veterans.
- Looking for part-time, full-time, new career opportunity, or Veteran Resources?
- Eager to connect and network with employers and/or Veteran Services Organizations?
Then YOU do not want to miss this opportunity!
Anyone who is interested in attending should preregister:
Preregister to Attend
All SUNY WCC Students, Veterans, Active Duty, Reservist, National Guard members or dependents can attend to learn about veterans resources.
Veterans can:
- File disability claims, file appeals, burn pit registry learn about VR&E, local federal, veterans benefits, learn mental health services, and much more.
Veteran dependents can:
- learn about MyCAA, Chapter 35
For more information, contact careerservices@sunywcc.edu
VA Women’s Health Town Hall
Date: Saturday, September 28, 2024
Time: 10am – 12pm
Location: James J. Peters VA Medical Center – 130 West Kingsbridge Road, Bronx, NY 10468
Remember:
The lounge is accessible to veterans and veteran dependents, providing a comfortable space to relax, study or engage with fellow veterans. If the campus is open, the lounge is open. For immediate access to the lounge, call (914) 606 – 6122. Please provide your full name and student ID number.
