Military Kids

University Veteran Services is here for you!

Our office doesn’t just provide support to veterans and service members. We also support over 1,500 children of veterans or service members in navigating education benefits and building community on campus.

How to Get Involved

Pen Pal Program

Receiving mail during a deployment can bring a lot of joy to a family. As a pen pal, you will be paired with a child who has a family member deploying with a Wisconsin-based unit this year. More information can be found at the form linked below.

Pen Pal Program Interest Form

Student veterans learning more about University Veterans Services

Month of the Military Child

Celebrate Month of the Military Child with us throughout April by attending one of our events or dropping into our office.

UVS Staff at the Military Kid Event in April 2022

Events

November
- November 3
  University Veteran Services Study Day @ Union SouthOpen study, free coffee, and drop-in advising with University Veteran Services!9:30 AM, TITU, Union South

More events

Student Spotlight

Alex Boruch
“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 …
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 …