moc monthly!!!

March 2018

Greetings from the Military Outreach Center, and welcome to 'MOC Monthly'.  Our goal is to connect you to resources on and off campus and to provide you with the most up-to-date information concerning your status as a military-connected student.

If you are using VA Education benefits, you must G-Verify every semester.  Please remember to complete the G-Verify process before the following deadlines to avoid any delays in G.I. Bill payments.

 

          Semester                                                      Deadline

          Spring                                                            December 1

          Summer                                                         April 1

          Fall                                                                 August 

Office of the Registrar

ATTENTION MILITARY SERVICE MEMBERS!

 

Did you know that Georgia State University waives all mandatory fees for military members who are on Active Duty, Reserves or National Guard?  That's right!  No matter how you are paying for college, whether out-of-pocket, using Military Tuition Assistance, or through some other means, Georgia State waives all mandatory fees for those currently serving in the military.  Just complete the attached form confirming your military service and return it to the Military Outreach Center on your campus.

Military Service Verification Form
Go here to find the Military Outreach Center on your campus

Table of Contents

A. Student Organizations

B. Scholarships

C. Employment and Internship Opportunities

D. Events

E. Volunteer Opportunities

F. Workshops

G. Sports and Fitness

H. Campus Resources

I. Community Resources

J. Survey and Research Opportunities

A.   Student Organizations

 

 
Student Veterans of America (SVA)

Student Veterans of America (SVA) is a 501 (c)(3) coalition of student-veteran groups on college campuses across the globe. 

 

Mission: To provide military veterans with the resources, support, and advocacy needed to succeed in higher education and following graduation. 

 

Vision: All veterans will success in higher education, achieve their academic goals, and gain meaningful employment. 

 

 
Student Veterans Association Facebook: @SVAGSU

GSU-Atlanta Campus SVA/Perimeter College SVA

Georgia State has two SVA Chapters, one on the Atlanta Campus and one for Perimeter College. Both SVA Chapters work to facilitate and organize events that benefit student veterans, the general student population and members of our community.

 

We are here to assist you in making a smooth transition from military life to that of a student. We are dedicated to connecting you with the tools and services you need to succeed at Georgia State University.

 

 

Atlanta Campus Contacts:

President:

Allen Jimenez - ajimenez16@gsu.edu

 

Staff Advisers:

Dr. Eliseo Jimenez - ejimenez7@gsu.edu

Jaime Middleton - jmiddleton@gsu.edu

 

Perimeter College Contacts:

SVA Student Leader:

Anthony Swift - aswift5@student.gsu.edu

 

Staff Adviser:

Nathan Gholston - ngholston@gsu.edu

The PAVE Program is a peer support program that connects incoming student veterans with student veterans already on campus in order to help them navigate college life, identify challenges, provide resources on & off campus, and provide ongoing support to their academic and personal ventures. GSU is the only university in the Southeast to host the PAVE Program.  For more information about PAVE, or if you are interested in becoming a Peer Advisor, please visit the Military Outreach Center at 234 Sparks Hall. 

 

Contact:

PAVE Team Leader:

Amber Stephens - astephens31@student.gsu.edu

 

Veteran Services Coordinator:

Randy Barrone - rbarrone@gsu.edu

PAVE at Georgia State University

Mentoring Veterans Program (MVP)

 

Contact: John Douglas; jdouglas20@gsu.edu; 678-891-3025

 

GSU/Perimeter College's MVP program pairs staff or faculty members with military-connected students to provide someone they can go to for guidance, advice or encouragement.  This is a FREE program sponsored by the Military Outreach Center. So if you are a student veteran, military member or dependent attending Perimeter College this upcoming semester and you would like a staff or faculty member assigned to you as your MVP Mentor, then please contact John Douglas.   

B.   Scholarships

Coca-Cola First Generation Scholarship

 

The Coca-Cola First Generation Scholars Fund will provide 15 scholarships for first-generation college students over the next four years, beginning in 2017.  First generation students are defined as those applicants who have had neither a parent nor sibling attend college.  Recipients will receive $5,000 per year, renewable for four years dependent on maintaining a 3.0 institutional GPA, full-time enrollment, participation in a Freshman Learning Community their first semester, and active involvement in specific events throughout the academic year.  Additional support for adjusting to college life and professional development will be made available to every scholarship recipient.

Coca-Cola First Generation Scholarship

Perimeter College Goizueta Foundation Scholarship

 

The Perimeter College Goizueta Foundation Scholarship at Georgia State’s Perimeter College is made possible by The Goizueta Foundation, established by Roberto C. Goizueta, the late CEO and chairman of the board of directors of The Coca-Cola Company. The scholarship is designed to increase the number of students of Hispanic/Latino origin who enroll and complete their undergraduate degrees at Georgia State and provide mentors, internships and community service experiences to these students so that they can become the leaders of the future.

 

 

Benefits

  • $3,600/per year per students, applied to student account
  • Eligibility to become a paid Supplemental Instruction leader
  • Eligibility to apply for other paid positions on campus

 

Eligibility Requirements

  • Demonstrated leadership and service to the Hispanic/Latino community
  • Must be a student applying as a freshman
  • Must be of Hispanic/Latino heritage

 

Recommended Admissions Application by April 1, 2018

 

Scholarship Application Deadline May 1, 2018

 

Application Link

Wells Fargo Veterans Emergency Grant Program

Emergency grants are available to eligible veterans who are enrolled fulltime in postsecondary education and experience unexpected financial difficulties that might cause them to drop out from school. Grants are available for a one-time distribution with a suggested maximum of up to $750, but not to exceed $1,000 each based on the cost of the emergency need.

Application Link

Zero Percent Interest Student Loan Benefit for Military Service

Federal law exempts members of the military from paying interest for up to 60 months on certain student loans while serving or having served in an area that qualifies them to receive hostile fire or imminent danger pay. Service members and veterans can also apply retroactively based on previous qualifying military service. This benefit applies to direct loans or a portion of a direct consolidation loan made on or after Oct. 1, 2008.

Taking advantage of this student loan benefit is simple and straightforward. Eligible active duty, National Guard, and Reserve service members and veterans can take these actions to avoid student loan interest:

 

Taking advantage of this student loan benefit is simple and straightforward. Eligible active duty, National Guard, and Reserve service members and veterans can take these actions to avoid student loan interest:

 

  1. Check your loan type and servicer by logging in to “My Federal Student Aid” at: StudentAid.gov/login.
  2. Contact your loan servicer to find out how to provide any of the following forms of proof:
  • A leave and earnings statement showing receipt of hostile fire or imminent danger pay
  • A certifying official’s statement and signature
  • Military orders showing service in a hostile area

 

 

For more information about the zero percent student loan interest benefit, review or visit the following:

  • StudentAid.gov
  • For Members of the U.S. Armed Forces: What you need to know about your federal student loan benefits brochure
  • Follow the DOD Office of Financial Readiness on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram

C.   Employment and Internship Opportunities

ACP & Georgia State University - Mentoring Program for Student Veterans

WEBLINK: acp-usa.org/mentoring. 

 

American Corporate Partners (ACP) helps veterans achieve career goals through a free national mentorship program.  Hundreds of student veterans have already benefitted from the program - see some of their stories on ACP's website!

 

What ACP offers: a one-on-one, year-long mentorship with a corporate professional in the career field of your interest.  ACP Mentors come from one of 60+ companies like 21st Century Fox, Bloomberg, Deloitte, Intel, Johnson & Johnson, Lockheed Martin, Raytheon, PwC, USAA and many others.  

 

What you gain from an ACP Mentorship: Learn which career opportunities have the most value; Build a network of senior industry professionals; Improve your resume and interviewing skills; Translate your military experience into civilian terms; Transition into a post-college career with ease.

 

Visit acp-usa.org/mentoring to apply today and note that you were referred by Georgia State University on your application.  

If you have questions, please email Avital Elkayam at aelkayam@acp-usa.org

or call ACP at 212-752-0700.  

ACP Fact Sheet
ACP Flyer

Check out ACP's Womens Program.  ACP provides an enhanced mentorship program for our female service members by hosting exclusive networking events, career development workshops and providing female veterans the opportunity to work one on one with female veterans.  

ACP Women's Program

US Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) is offering many internships and career opportunities for student-veterans and recent graduates.  NAVAIR's mission is to provide full life-cycle support of naval aviation aircraft, weapons and systems operated by Sailors and Marines. This support includes research, design, development and systems engineering; acquisition; test and evaluation; training facilities and equipment; repair and modification; and in-service engineering and logistics support.  NAVAIR is among the most desired U.S. Federal agencies to work for each and every year.

 

In addition their need for highly trained Engineers, Chemists, Mathematicians, Statisticians, Financial, and Business Management positions, NAVAIR is currently looking for very highly qualified Supply Chain/Logistics Management graduates. 

 

To qualify for Veteran Recruitment Appointment authority, applicants need only one of the following four criteria:  

 

1) Separated from Active Duty Military within the past 36 months
2) War/Campaign/Expeditionary Medal
3) Armed Forces Service Medal
4) Disabled Veteran (any percentage)
When applying, the documentation below is necessary to verify VRA status:
1) DD-214            *to verify #1, #2, #3 above
2) SF-15                *to verify #4 (if necessary)
3) VA Letter        *to verify #4 (if necessary)
4) Statement of Service (only if they do not have a DD-214)
Finally, they had to separate from the Military under one of these conditions:

1) Honorable
2) General

 

If you are interested in employment with NAVAIR and you have a Schedule-A Disability, please contact the National Recruiter directly.  

 

 

In addition to current USAJOBS postings, NAVAIR  has many additional vacancies.  For more information, please contact Scott Gemmill, the National Recruiter, and Outreach Coordinator via email at scott.gemmill@navy.mil or via telephone at 904-790-4940.    

 

Please send your resume directly to the National Director and you may be hired directly.  

For assistance with federal format resumes, please use the resources below:

 

resume-place.com/services/federal-resume-samples
gogovernment.org/how_to_apply/write_your_federal_resume/create_your_resume.php
usajobs.gov/Help/faq/application/documents/resume/what-to-include

 

Please visit navair.navy.mil for more information.  

Pathways: Recent Graduates Program Fact Sheet
Pathways Fact Sheet 2
NAVAIR Information Session
NAVAIR Employment Opportunities
USA Jobs First Time Users Guide

Comprehensive Computer Consulting, Inc. (3Ci) takes pride in their relationships. They want to guide GSU veterans to the best employer, and ultimately help you find the perfect fit.

Exclusive video message to GSU veterans from the CEO of 3Ci, Don Barden:

GA STATE VETERANS

This is "GA STATE VETERANS" by 3Ci on Vimeo, the home for high quality videos and the people who love them.

Information Flyer
Search Jobs

Contact 3Ci: connect@3cipeople.com, 770-512-0100

Amazon Is Hiring 25,000 Veterans in 5 Years

 

Amazon is hiring transitioning military members, veterans, reservists, National Guard members, military spouses, and military dependents 18 years and older. No matter your military rank or specialty, there’s a place for you at Amazon – to learn, to grow, and to help us make history!

More Information
Search Available Jobs

NorthwesternMutual is hiring full-time Financial Advisors. The next training class begins in June. The selection process has begun and ends April 23rd. After June, there will be training classes again in August, October, and December.

Resumes and inquiries can be sent to Roberto Valles at roberto.valles@nm.com

Career Information

Northwestern Mutual is also hiring full-time College Financial Representatives for Summer 2018. This is a paid, Top-10 ranked summer internship. Ideal candidate: Finance or business majors with three semesters or less until graduation.

Resumes and inquiries can be sent to Roberto Valles at roberto.valles@nm.com

Internship Information

COMCAST IS HIRING VETERANS NOW!

CONTACT:

Ivelina Saviv: Ivelina_Savov@cable.comcast.com 

                        770-559-2808; 470-422-6198

Spaulding Decon Wants to Hire Veterans!

Do you have an interest or experience working in HazMat? Working with Spaulding Decon, pay starts at $15/hour and can be as high as $20/hour if you have Hazmat training and experience with hazardous materials. The work territory extends from Alpharetta north to the Tennessee/North Carolina line, west to the Alabama line, and as far south as Palmetto, GA.

Learn More and Contact Information

Additional Employment and Internship Opportunities

Service King: Mission 2 Hire
Service King: Service Advisor Associate
Pressure Pros
Dunwoody Perimeter Chamber Marketing Internship
AdvantaClean: Water Damage Mold Technician
Prior-Service Entrepreneur Training
SVA Brief
The Pool Management Group
Sunbelt Rentals
CLEARVUE Jobs
Clearvue Jobs: Shop Foreman/Fabricator
Advanced Protective Services
Lucas Group Military Transition Program, Flyer

D.   Events

Free Tickets Available Online Link

For questions contact: vhaatgvoluntaryservice@va.gov

Or call: 404-728-7728

Ticket Information Link

Hosted by Arizona State University Alumni Georgia Chapter in support of the Pat Tillman Foundation. Run or walk 4.2 miles and raise money to support the Tillman Scholar program. Tillman Honor Runs are casual, family-friendly fun-runs. Come together with ASU alumni, fans, and members of the military community as we remember and honor the legacy of Pat Tillman.

Where:

North Point Mall

1000 North Point Cir

Alpharetta, GA 30022

For questions about the Atlanta Honor Run, please email the event Captain, Seth Deitchman at:

Seth.Deitchman@ms.com

Information Flyer
Registration Link

E.   Volunteer Opportunities

DESCRIPTION:  Volunteer, fellowships, and service opportunities for veterans

WEBLINK:  missioncontinues.org. 

 

The Mission Continues empowers veterans who are adjusting to life at home to find purpose through community impact. We deploy veterans on new missions in their communities, so that their actions will inspire future generations to serve.  Since our founding, we have always been a nonprofit, non-partisan organization dedicated to bringing together veterans and innovative community organizations to create transformational change for communities in need all across the country.  Our operations in cities nationwide deploy veteran volunteers alongside non-profit partners and community leaders to solve some of the most challenging issues facing our communities: improving community education resources, eliminating food deserts, mentoring at-risk youth and more.  Through this unique model, veterans build new skills and networks that help them successfully reintegrate into life after the military while making long-term, sustainable transformations in communities and inspiring future generations to serve.

The Mission Continues

The Travis Manion Foundation unites communities to build a nation that values character above all else; where integrity is more important than celebrity, and social impact outweighs personal gain; where acts of courage, service, and kindness triumph, and communities unite to raise each other up.

 

Through character-driven programming, veterans and families of the fallen do more than serve their nation – we empower them to strengthen their communities.

 

Southeast Region Program Manager:

Jason Dodge, 678-902-5652, Jason.dodge@travismanion.org

Join the Mission

F.   Workshops

Entrepreneurship Bootcamp

For all Military Veterans/Spouses

 

The Kennesaw State University Entrepreneurship Center is hosting a free 1 day Veteran's Entrepreneurship Bootcamp to equip you with actionable steps for your business ideas to take flight.

 

When:

April 13, 2018 from 9am – 4pm

*Breakfast and lunch will be provided

 

Where:

KSU Center, 3333 Busbee Drive NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144

 

For more information and registration contact: dloubier@kennesaw.edu

Information Flyer

Veterans Vocational Services

 

Veterans Vocational Services (VVS) Is holding information sessions for veterans who want to get and keep a job. Sessions provide information to veterans interested in employment, benefits, compensated work therapy, training opportunities, resume writing, job search, job coaching, and much more!

 

When:

Every Tuesday, 9am to 1pm

Registration begins at 8:30am

 

Where:

Building B, Fort McPherson Campus

1701 Hardee Avenue S.E., Atlanta, GA

 

For more information call: 404-321-6111 Ext. 7442

Information Flyer

G.   Sports and Fitness Opportunities

City of Roswell Adult Recreation Center

 

Veterans’ Adaptive Softball League

Veterans’ Adaptive Cycling League

 

The city of Roswell is excited to announce the start of recreational programs for veterans with physical and emotional disabilities. You do not need to be a resident of Roswell to participate.

Information Flyer

For more information contact Will Crook at:

770-641-3950

wcrook@roswellgov.com

BlazeSports America's mission is to change the lives of individuals with physical disabilities through adaptive sport and recreation.  For more information, please use the following link:blazesports.org.  

Program Guide Fall/Winter 2017

Team RWB Atlanta

WHAT: Running/Social Club focused on connecting veterans with non-veterans.

 

Team RWB's mission is to enrich the lives of America's veterans by connecting them to their community through physical and social activity.  

 

Membership is open to everyone.  Non-veterans are greatly encouraged to join!!!! 

Newsletter Link
JOIN TEAM RWB

 2018 Warrior Expeditions Applications & Nominations Now Open

 

We're gearing up for another incredible season of No Barriers Warriors expeditions!

Our new 2018 schedule includes 5-day and 7-day backcountry expeditions and 5-day basecamp experiences, each designed to push veterans mentally and physically in some of nature's most incredible wilderness settings.

We're looking for veterans with disabilities who are ready to break out of their comfort zones and discover the path to living a No Barriers life, all while learning new outdoor skills and enjoying the camaraderie of fellow veterans.

Does this sound like you? Or maybe someone you know?

 

Keep in mind, these life-changing experiences are offered at no cost to veterans. All veterans with a disability, from any branch or era of service, are eligible. Learn more about our program by visiting NoBarriersWarriors.org »

If you have any questions concerning the process, please visit our Frequently Asked Questions page. You are also welcome to contact us at warriors@nobarriersusa.org or call our office at (970) 484-3633 ext. 321.

 

2018 WARRIORS EXPEDITION SCHEDULE

 

7-Day Backcountry Expedition 
May 4 – 10

5-Day Basecamp Experiences 
June 21 – 25 
June 28 – July 2 
July 12 – 16

5-Day Backcountry Expedition 
September 14 – 18

**Note — Additional expeditions will be announced in early January and again in March. Start your application now and add more expeditions as additional dates and locations are announced.

Looking forward to another rewarding year of Warriors expeditions!

 

To learn more about No Barriers or discuss your giving opportunities, please contact Cindy Bean 970-484-3633 ext. 319 or cindy@nobarriersusa.org.

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Nominate A Veteran

H.   Campus Resources

Need free legal advice or assistance? Contact the GSU Law Volunteer Clinic for Veterans. To learn more or to setup a screening appointment, send an email to gsuvlac@gmail.com.

GSU Law Volunteer Clinic for Veterans

Veterans Upward Bound

 

Veterans Upward Bound (VUB) is designed to motivate and assist veterans in the development of academic and other requisite skills necessary for acceptance and success in a program of postsecondary education.  The program provides assessment and enhancement of basic skills through counseling, mentoring, tutoring and academic instruction in the core subject areas.  The primary goal of the program is to increase the rate at which participants enroll in and complete post-secondary education programs.  

Veterans Upward Bound

Career Services

The University Career Services staff is eager to help our students determine and achieve their career goals and aspirations.  We look forward to meeting with students to explore their interests and developing individual plans to help them reach their career goals.  

 

Services provided: Career Counseling, Job Search, Job Postings, Resume, Interviewing, LinkedIn/Portfolium

 

Contacts

Makesha Hillary (Co-ops and Internships): 404-413-1827, mhillary1@gsu.edu

Conquaya James (Career Development): 404-413-1825, cjames22@gsu.edu

Adelaide Richardson (Clarkston & Newton Campuses): 678-891-3213, arichardson33@gsu.edu

Christi Pichon (Dunwoody & Alpharetta Campuses): 770-274-5575, cpichon@gsu.edu

Felicia Shanklin (Clarkston, Decatur & Newton Campuses): 678-891-2408, fshanklin@gsu.edu  

Study Abroad Programs for Military Students

 

Military Students can use GI Bill benefits for Study Abroad tuition and fees. 

Programs are as short as one week and as long as a full academic year.

Study Abroad Programs has multiple scholarships available to GSU Students.

To learn more, contact the Study Abroad Programs office downtown or your Military Outreach Center.  

Study Abroad Programs for Military Students
Perimeter College Study Abroad Scholarship Resources
Perimeter College Study Abroad Opportunities
Study Abroad for First-Year Students

I.   Community Resources

WHAT IS E-BENEFITS?

eBenefits is a joint VA/DoD web portal that provides resources and self-service capabilities to Veterans, Service members, and their families to research, access and manage their VA and military benefits and personal information. eBenefits uses secure credentials to allow access to personal information and gives users the ability to perform numerous self-service functions. It also provides a list of links to other sites that provide information about military and Veteran benefits. It is an essential way for Veterans, Service members, and their families to receive access to and service from VA and DoD.

 

WHAT CAN I DO IN E-BENEFITS

Some of the features within eBenefits allow Veterans and Service members to access official military personnel documents, view the status of their disability compensation claim, transfer entitlement of Post-9/11 GI Bill to eligible dependents (Service members only), and register for and update direct deposit information for certain benefits. For a full list of features, see the reverse side of this fact sheet. New features are being added regularly.

 

HOW DO I ACCESS E-BENEFITS?

eBenefits is located at ebenefits.va.gov. Before Veterans can access and use eBenefits they must be listed in the Defense Enrollment Eligibility Reporting System (DEERS) and obtain a DS Logon. Service members can access eBenefits with a DS Logon or Common Access Card (CAC). They can choose from two levels of registration, DS Logon Level 1 (Basic) and DS Logon Level 2 (Premium). Note: If Veterans attempt to register and are informed they have no DEERS record, VA will first need to verify their military service and add them to DEERS. All VA Regional Offices have staff familiar with procedures for adding a Veteran to DEERS.

VA Vet Centers

 

Vet Centers across the country provide a broad range of counseling, outreach, and referral services to combat Veterans and their families. Vet Centers guide Veterans and their families through many of the major adjustments in lifestyle that often occur after a Veteran returns from combat. Services for a Veteran may include individual and group counseling in areas such as Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), alcohol and drug assessment, and suicide prevention referrals. All services are free of cost and are strictly confidential.

Find your Vet Center

New VA Welcome Kit

 

Learn what VA can do for you.

Whether you’re just getting out of the service or you’ve been a civilian for years now, the VA Welcome Kit can help guide you to the benefits and services you’ve earned.

 
Download the 24 page PDF

The Internal Revenue Service is committed to providing assistance to all Veterans. We work with community and government partners to provide timely federal tax-related information to Veterans about tax credits and benefits, free tax preparation, financial education and asset-building opportunities available to Veterans.

Information on Veterans Program for Partners

No-cost Shots for VA Patients

 

This wellness benefit is only for veterans enrolled in the VA Health Care system.  Family members and Tricare members are not eligible.  No-cost flu shot option is for quadrivalent vaccine only, available now through March 31, 2018.  Vaccines subject to availability.  State, age, and health-related restrictions may apply.  Vaccines may be in limited supply after March 31, 2018.  This does not constitute an endorsement or Walgreens products.  Patients will also be asked to complete a vaccine consent form at time of service.  

WHAT: No Charge Chiropractic Care for Veterans from Dr. Dan Batchelor

CONTACT: 770-992-2003 or drbatch@aol.com

 

Free care for veterans: If you are a military veteran and need a Doctor of Chiropractic, we are one of the few doctors in North Atlanta authorized by the VA to provide complete chiropractic services at no charge to you.  That's right, it won't cost you a penny.  Call us at 770-992-2002 for more information.  If you would like to make an appointment with us, you can call the VA direct at 1-866-606-8198 and they will ask you some questions and then schedule an appointment.  

WHAT:  Emory Healthcare Veterans Program

ADDRESS:  12 Executive Park Drive NE, Suite 300, Atlanta, GA 30329

CONTACT:  LaTrice Thomas: latrice.thomas@emoryhealthcare.org; 404-778-1012

 

If you or a loved one is a Post-9/11 veteran who struggles with symptoms of PTSD, TBI or other depression or anxiety disorder, please contact the Emory Veterans Program Care Coordinator at 1-888-514-5345 or visit us at emoryhealthcare.org/veterans.  

Emory Healthcare Veterans Program
Emory Healthcare Veterans Program Brochure

Forward March

Helping Service Members move forward with sound financial decisions

Weblink: forward-march.org.

 

There is a non-profit organization here in the Atlanta area offering unique services you might want to be aware of. Forward-March has the mission of assisting veterans with financial matters as they transition into civilian life. They have an assemblage of volunteer mentors from all areas of the financial community to offer pro-bono counseling to returning veterans and active service members. These professionals include tax specialists, estate planning attorneys, investment managers, certified financial planners, insurance specialists, bankers, employee benefit experts (for that time when you land your next job), credit counselors, etc. They will mentor a veteran to get him/her started off on the right foot, financially. All counsel is FREE, and no financial products are sold by any mentors. You may need basic budgetary advice, a financial plan, Will or Power of Attorney, help with your employee benefit choices, an investment game plan for your 401(k), or even if you are financially under water, they have resources to bring to bear on your situation. Please visit their website at forward-march.org and/or contact one of their founders, certified Financial Planner Annika Cushnie (Annika@forward-march.org) or Vietnam Veteran Thomas Yearian at tom@forward-march.org.  See flyer for more details!

Forward March

J.   Survey and Research Opportunities

Research Study on post-Deployment Life by Operation Moral Injury

 

Have you served in the US military? Have you dealt with a challenge to your morals, values, or principles?  We want to hear your story.

 

Researchers from Georgia State University and the University of Georgia are studying experiences similar to PTSD. You may know something about it. We want to hear your story.

 

If you participate, you’ll receive a $35 gift card and free refreshments.

If you are male, 18 and over, you may be eligible.

 

For more information, please contact: (404) 710-2524.

Facebook – Operation Moral Injury:  https://www.facebook.com/opermoralinjury/

Twitter: @OperMoral Injury

Email: OperationMoral Injury@gmail.com

Weblink: facebook.com/opermoralinjury

Operation Moral Injury

Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Research Study

 

Dr. Kelly Skelton and colleagues at the Atlanta VA Medical Center are investigating the safety and efficacy of an experimental drug,  Iosartan, as a treatment for Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) in their study: Enhancing Fear Extinction via Angiotensin Type 1 Receptor Inhibition: A randomized Controlled Trial in Posttraumatic Stress Disorder.  

 

You may qualify, if you:

 

-Have experienced a serious emotionally or physically traumatic event or series of events

 -Including but not limited to military trauma, physical assault or other serious                  injury

-Can't stop thinking about the traumatic event (s)

-Can't sleep or have nightmares about the event (s)

-Are male or female age 18-65

-Are not currently receiving medication treatment for PTSD

 

Participation involves 8 visits, including:

 

-Physical exam (with blood and urine tests)

-Taking a study drug (Iosartan) or placebo (pill with no medication) daily for 10 weeks

-Clinical interview and questionnaires

 

Contact: LaSara Simon at 404-321-6111 ext. 5370

PTSD Research Study

Attention Combat Veterans

 

You are invited to participate in an anonymous survey of combat veterans who have served in Iraq or Afghanistan.  The online survey, which takes 15-20 minutes to complete, is being conducted by researchers from the University of California, Irvine who are studying the experiences of OIF and OEF combat vets who have lost military comrades to combat or suicide.

The participation of a large number of vets will help raise awareness of veterans’ issues that have not yet been adequately addressed. After completing the survey, you will be given the opportunity to enter a drawing for one of two $250 Amazon gift cards.

Survey Link

Are you a former athlete or a former member of the United States Armed Forces?  Have you left your career in the last twelve months?

 

Researchers at Indiana University are interested in your experience with transitioning out of your respective career. Niki Munk, PhD, and Sarah Shue, PhD(c), with the Department of Health Sciences are conducting a study to better understand the experiences of athletes and military personnel who are currently, or have recently, transitioned out of their career.

 

Who can participate?

•    Individuals must be 18 years or older
•    Former collegiate athletes
•    Former professional athletes
•    Former military personnel from all branches of the US Armed Forces, all ranks
•    Must be within 12 months from leaving your athletic or military career
•    Cannot be pursuing another career in your respective field

 

What does participation involve?

•    Completion of an online survey – between 20 to 30 minutes
Access survey here: https://redcap.uits.iu.edu/surveys/?s=E4RAFHN3LD

**Those who complete a survey will be entered to win a $25 gift card!**
•    In the survey, participants will also be asked to participate in an interview. Interested 
individuals will be contacted at a later date to schedule a date and time.

 

 If you would like more information or have any questions, please contact Sarah Shue at smcgary@umail.iu.edu 

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