“My background as a military kid has instilled an immense amount of respect for our veterans, their sacrifices, and their selflessness,” says Boruch. “It has undoubtedly shaped my current identity and future aspirations to work …
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Lindsey Mathews
“I’ve had multiple servicemembers in my life, but the biggest connection is my mom, Joni Mathews. Despite growing up surrounded by family members in the service, I would define my connection to the military as …
Changes to Army Tuition Assistance (TA) and ArmyIgnitED
Tuition Assistance (TA) is a benefit available for current service members. The Department of Defense (DoD) has directed a uniform per semester hour cap of $250 for TA and an annual fiscal year ceiling of …
NEW: Post 9/11 GI Bill® Enrollment Verification Update
Beginning Spring 2022, the federal VA is requiring verification of enrollment for students receiving Post 9/11 GI Bill.
New VA tuition and fee payment schedule for Fall 2021
Beginning Fall 2021, the Veterans Administration (VA) will delay distribution of their tuition and fee payments until October or later.
Future COVID updates
Students, family members, and colleagues: We’ll update this page with new information and resources from our office related to the COVID-19 pandemic. Please don’t hesitate to reach out with any needs or concerns! We’re here …
COVID updates as of March 30, 2020
Enrollment Appointments & Deadlines Drop/withdraw deadlines for the spring term have been extended to April 17th. We updated our Education Benefit FAQs and included a section on drops/withdrawals you may find helpful in this situation. …
COVID updates as of March 17, 2020
Office Closure University Veteran Services staff are working remotely and will be best available via email at veterans@wisc.edu. Current students can use Starfish to set up phone and Microsoft Teams video chat appointments with us. …
Honoring our veterans
A guest post from Provost Sarah Mangelsdorf in honor of Veterans Day. Past and present members of the U.S. Armed Forces have shaped the heritage of this university, and embody the Wisconsin Idea by influencing the lives of others across the state, nation, and world.