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Monday, May 11, 2009 at 12:31PM Now is a great time for educational institutions to recruit veterans as students. Here are five reasons why:
1. Tens of thousands of young men and women who served in the enlisted ranks transition from active duty to civilian life each year. They are prime candidates because almost all of them have a high school diploma or equivalent, but few of them have much education beyond that.
2. Veterans are eligible for education benefits for up to 10 years under the Montgomery GI Bill, and for up to 15 years under the Post-9/11 GI Bill, which takes effect on August 1, 2009. For details, visit www.gibill.va.gov/GI_Bill_Info/benefits.htm
3. Once enrolled, veterans are unlikely to drop out. Veterans make good students because of the same personal traits that made them good military men and women—they have initiative, self-discipline, and a great work ethic.
4. Facing a tough job market as they enter the civilian world, veterans are likely to be highly receptive to a message of continuing education as a way of upgrading their employability.
5. Institutions throughout the country are developing adult learner curricula and alternative delivery processes, including online learning, that are well suited to the wants and needs of veterans.
In addition, educational institutions have found that veterans make excellent employees.
Educators: Contact me personally at drew@recruitmilitary.com about connecting with the veteran community.