March 2019

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.

Table of Contents

Free Luncheon / Speaking Engagement During Spring Break! (See Events Section)

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 1

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.

Faculty Coordinator:

Dr. Andrew Jason Cohen, Email: cohenaj@gsu.edu

Department of Philosophy, 25 Park Place, 1610

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.

A.   Student Organizations

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. 

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:

Taylor Eastman - aeastman2@student.gsu.edu

Staff Adviser:

Dr. Eliseo Jimenez - ejimenez7@gsu.edu

Perimeter College Contacts:

SVA Student Leader:

Lina Cox - lcox23@student.gsu.edu

Staff Adviser:

Melody Dantzler - mdantzler@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:

Keyana Love - klove21@student.gsu.edu

Veteran Services Coordinator:

Randy Barrone - rbarrone@gsu.edu

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

Military Scholarships

Scholarships for military children who have lost a parent

Children of Fallen Patriots Foundation (Fallen Patriots) provides college scholarships and educational counseling to military children who have lost a parent in the line of duty or due to service connection. We aim to bridge the gap in funding between the VA and other grants, and the total cost of undergraduate college education.

Financial help includes, but is not limited to, ACT/SAT prep and fees, college application fees, tuition, summer courses, study abroad programs, books, living expenses, computers, and student loans. Public and private institutions, colleges, universities, and vocational schools are all covered under our program.

We serve the children (i.e. step, foster, and adopted) of fallen service members – including combat, training, illness and suicide. We serve all components and branches of the military, and all eras of service (pre-9/11 and post-9/11). We have no maximum or minimum age limit to enroll, and encourage families to enroll their children as early as possible so we can maintain contact over the years. A minimum 2.0 GPA (for the previous term enrolled) is required to maintain eligibility for scholarship assistance.

For additional information contact the Enrollment Coordinator at

enrollments@fallenpatriots.org or at 866-917-2373.

Georgia HERO Scholarship Program

Georgia HERO Scholarship program provides educational scholarship assistance to members of the Georgia National Guard and U.S. Military Reservists who served in combat zones, and the children and the spouses of such members of the Georgia National Guard and U.S. Military Reserves.

Georgia National Guard (GNG) Service Cancelable Loan (SCL)

Wells Fargo Veterans Emergency Grant Program

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:

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.   Campus Resources

GSU Law Volunteer Clinic for Veterans

Free legal advice and assistance for veterans. To learn more or to setup a screening appointment, send an email to gsuvlac@gmail.com.

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.  

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.

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.  

D.   Community Resources

Did you know that the American Red Cross is so much more than blood donations? The Red Cross is also there to support our nation’s service men and women, veterans and their families in the following areas:

Emergency Communication Services – Connecting families in crisis with their military family member.

Financial Assistance – Through partnership with military aid societies and other military service organizations, the Red Cross provides 24/7 access to emergency financial assistance for service members and their families. Financial assistance may include help with emergency travel, rent, food, utilities and other expenses.

Support to Military and Veterans Medical Facilities – Every day, Red Cross volunteers provide support in Veterans Affairs and Military Medical Facilities around the world. These volunteers provide comfort and peace of mind to veteran and military families who are recovering from illness and injury.

Building Strong Resilient Families – From the time a person enters the military and throughout years as a veteran, the Red Cross provides support and assistance to build strong families through resiliency, preparedness and job skills training.

Resiliency Training – The Red Cross helps to build resilient families through two impactful and free programs:

• The Coping with Deployments course provides families with useful information on how to successfully navigate the challenges of military life.
• The Reconnection Workshops are small group discussions that provide service members, veterans and their families (including extended family) with skills for successful reintegration at home, work and in their communities.

Preparedness Training – The Red Cross helps military families to handle emergencies and natural disasters wherever they are. This includes developing preparedness plans and kits, becoming trained in CPR/AED, first aid instruction, and water safety training, as well as knowing how to contact the Red Cross when faced with a family emergency.

Job Skills – The Red Cross provides job skills training to help military families successfully secure employment opportunities. Courses include: Nurse Assistant Training, Dental Assistant Training and Water Safety Instructor Training.

For information and assistance, veterans and their families should contact their local Red Cross office or call 1-877-272-7337.

Veterans Affairs mental health initiative Make the Connection is a publicly available, free website that features more than 600 videos of Veterans and their loved ones speaking about their experiences with mental health and everyday life during and after service. These stories show those who are facing challenges that treatment works, recovery is possible, and they are not alone. MakeTheConnection.net also features information pages and resources for challenging life experiences and mental health signs, symptoms, and conditions. For more information about Make the Connection, go to http://www.MakeTheConnection.net

Quitting tobacco? Need some encouragement? 

Sign up for SmokefreeVET to receive daily support. Text VET to 47848 or visit https://smokefree.gov/veterans  or call 1-855-QUIT-VET (1-855-784-8838).  When you quit tobacco, you gain time with your family.

ExploreVA.gov

Learn about VA benefits you may be eligible for. ExploreVA is a website where Veterans can visit to learn about the benefits they are entitled to.

Veteran, Do you need help?

Our mission is to help Warriors and their families achieve a fulfilling civilian life by promoting collaboration between the organizations that can support them during the transition.

The SHARE Military Initiative at Shepherd Center is a comprehensive rehabilitation program that focuses on assessment and treatment for active duty or separated service members who have served in the U.S. military since September 11, 2001 and who are experiencing symptoms of or have a diagnosis of mild to moderate brain injury, or concussions and any co-occurring psychological or behavioral health concerns, including post-traumatic stress.

SHARE Military Initiative provides hope, assistance, support and education to service members and their families during their recovery treatment and beyond.

If you have additional questions about the program, call 404-603-4314 or email ShareAdmissions@shepherd.org.

The Veterans Crisis Line connects Veterans in crisis and their families and friends with qualified, caring Department of Veterans Affairs responders through a confidential toll-free hotline, online chat, or text. Veterans and their loved ones can call 1-800-273-8255 and Press 1, chat online, or send a text message to 838255 to receive confidential support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Support for deaf and hard of hearing individuals is available.

Discount ticket sales available for local attractions via Robins Air Force Base: Information, Tickets and Travel.

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.

New VA Welcome Kit

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.  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.  

Emory Healthcare Veterans Program

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.  

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

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

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!

Veterans Empowerment Organization

Are you a veteran, or know of a veteran, who is either homeless or at-risk of becoming homeless?  Do you need help in becoming self-sufficient? Veterans Empowerment Organization (VEO) can help!  VEO provides basic physical and mental healthcare and exceptional life skills training. They cover all areas of rehabilitation and reintegration by providing a wide array of tools to veteran residents and by ensuring their programs provide a lasting change.

E.   Employment and Internship Opportunities

ONLINE

FourBlock Online is an online career transition program developed for the military by FourBlock and Columbia University, powered by T-Mobile. It features career guidance grounded on the latest career development research and delivered by industry experts, in order to equip service members for their military transition journey.

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 Joshuah Chrisman at jchrisman@acp-usa.org

or call ACP at 212-752-0700.  

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.  

Georgia Receives $1.3 Million to Help Veterans Begin Teaching Careers

U.S. Census Bureau

The U.S. Census Bureau is recruiting thousands of people across the country to assist with the 2020 Census count. We are hiring census takers, recruiting assistants, office staff, and supervisory staff. To be eligible, you must be at least 18 years old, have a valid Social Security number, and be a U.S. citizen. Candidates must complete an online job application. Positions are located throughout the United States and Puerto Rico. The application process takes about 30 minutes. You will need to provide your Social Security number, home address, email address, phone number, and your date and place of birth.

Full time positions available in Ball ground, GA Now!

Looking for an Exciting, Rewarding Career? Come Join Our Growing Team built on Quality, Service, Safety and Relationships!  NIS brings advanced network deployment methods for macro, small cell and DAS systems to support the leading carriers and asset owners in the Southeast Region of the United States by providing a full turnkey solution to include project management, technical services, civil services, tower services and system optimization.

TEKsystems in Atlanta is looking to add several new veterans to their team this summer for a career in sales or recruiting.

Jobs for Veterans at Anthem, Inc.

As one of America’s largest health benefits companies, we at Anthem have a profound appreciation for service. Our organization proudly supports our nation’s active, reserve and veteran military service members and their spouses. This is an exciting opportunity to advance your life and career, while still protecting and serving others. Come see for yourself why Anthem is recognized as a Top Employer by GI Jobs and among the “Best of the Best: Top Veteran Friendly Companies” by US Veterans Magazine.

Instructions interested veterans/applicants should follow:

1. Register a profile on the Anthem career website by clicking the apply button below
2. Create job search profile, and receive alerts based on preference/search criteria
3. Apply for a position of interest and veteran/applicant meets minimal requirements
4. Notify Josh Galle via email at: Joshua.galle@anthem.com

In the subject line include title and online position number.

In the body explain interest in the position, request referral to position and attach copy of resume.

Technology Military Internships - Operations Engineer

Turner Broadcasting has technology internships just for military veterans or transitioning military personnel.

Alabama Power Company is seeking to hire veterans to fill over 70 positions.

Contact:

Jeremy Foshee - 205-257-3638 JFoshee@southernco.com

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.

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!

JPMorgan Chase is looking to hire veterans in the following areas: Miami, Tampa, Atlanta, New Orleans, NYC, Dallas/Ft. Worth, and Houston for a 24 to 36 month rotational program. New hires will start out as a relationship banker for the first 12 months before moving on to a private client banker and finally a certified financial advisor. Bachelor's degree is required and they do take transferable skills into consideration.

If you are interested please email your resume to Sarah Reed: sarah.reed@chase.com

NorthwesternMutual is hiring full-time Financial Advisors.

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

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

Project Patriot is a national Veteran consulting program that supports infusing skilled and diligent veterans into the American workforce. Our objective is to use our experience and expertise to support those who have selflessly given so much to our country. Through dedicated career coaching efforts, we provide Veterans career opportunities that they may not have had access to otherwise. Services provided are FREE to military, veterans and family members, and include:

• Career Advising
• Resume Building
• Job Search/Interview Tips
• Pay Rate/Salary Resources

The below positions are now available and there are many more:

For more information on these services or current job openings, please contact:
Senior Technical Recruiter Simmons Andrews at: 919-793-3662

Clayton County Veteran Funding for Employment Assistance

Specifically for Veterans seeking services to return to work while living in Clayton County. Eligible Veterans will receive a free 5- to 10-day work evaluation during which they will be paid minimum wage followed by ongoing vocational services as indicated by the work evaluation results, i.e., job search assistance and job placement, skills training and subsequent job placement, etc.

Completed form should be faxed to the Goodwill Stockbridge Career Center number provided on the form: 678-891-0083

For more information please contact:

VA Community Employment Coordinator Tracy Roberts at:

tracy.roberts3@va.gov        404-713-2915

Veterans Vocational Services Lab

Do you have questions about your résumé? Would you like guidance on completing online applications and how to access Veteran-specific opportunities? Are you having a hard time keeping a job?

If you answered yes to any of the questions above, you are invited to visit the VVS Lab, hosted by Goodwill’s Decatur and South DeKalb Career Centers. In the lab you will learn how to keep a digital copy of your résumé, apply online for jobs, and acquire other employment-related skills.

Walmart Veterans Welcome Home Commitment

COMCAST IS HIRING VETERANS NOW!

Contact: Ivelina Saviv

Email: Ivelina_Savov@cable.comcast.com

Phone: 770-559-2808; 470-422-6198

Roswell United Methodist Church Job Networking

Workshops, led by highly skilled professionals who volunteer their time and knowledge, are held on the 2nd and 4th Mondays of every month (Except Memorial Day and Christmas Week) at RUMC. No advance sign up is required.

For complete workshop details, times, and directions visit: www.rumcjobnetworking.com

Vetforce is the Salesforce job training and career accelerator program for military service members, veterans, and spouses. Through our online community, we connect our members to free training, classes, and career opportunities within the Salesforce ecosystem. Salesforce skills and certifications can bolster a resume or help launch an entirely new civilian career.

Additional Employment and Internship Opportunities

F.   Events

You are invited to a Free Luncheon! All GSU military-connected students (Active, Guard, Reserve, Veteran, Family Members) have been invited by the GSU Robinson College of Business Hospitality School to attend a special speaking engagement by the President and CEO of Hilton, Chris Nassetta. This is during Spring Break, so if you’re looking for something fun to do and have a great meal, this is it!

When: Friday, March 22, 2019 – 11:30am-1:30pm

Where: Atlanta Marriott Marquis, just a few blocks from GSU/Atlanta; 265 Peachtree Center Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30303

Dress: Business Casual

Why: Free Food, Great Guest Speaker, Excellent Networking Opportunity

How to Register: Send an email to hospitality@gsu.edu and provide the following:

· Your Name

· Your GSU Major

· Include the word ‘Veteran’, even if you are still serving or are a Family Member

As a bonus, if you would like to attend the entire conference for FREE, include that request in your email and the GSU Hospitality School will pay your registration fee as well!

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.

GratitudeAmerica Military Support Retreats in GA

No cost, 4-day immersive and intensive experience designed to help combat veterans and their supporters make peace with their past so they can begin planning for their new mission at home. Open to any post 9/11 Veteran who served in combat regardless of discharge status from the Active Component, Reserve, or National Guard, retreats focus on post traumatic growth.

TO LEARN MORE AND REGISTER VISIT: GRATITUDEAMERICA.ORG

GratitudeAmerica retreats in Georgia this year:

Lake Oconee

April 25th to April 28th

Lake Chatuge (Hiawassee)

June 6th to June 9th

August 15th to 18th

A Weekend Retreat for ALL Warriors (men & women) and Warrior Families!

2019 Schedule/Links for more information:

May 10-12

November 8-10

For questions or assistance in the application process, please contact:

Kate Lipton 404-295-5295 kate@camptwinlakes.org

G.   Volunteer Opportunities

Volunteers Needed!!

Camp Twin Lakes' Family Warrior Weekend (FWW) is a weekend retreat for active and retired service members and their immediate family members of all ages who have been affected in any way by combat service and the Global War on Terror. These camps are held at beautiful Will-A-Way in Winder, GA.

March29 to 31 is Operation Purple Family Weekend for Active Duty military families who have been deployed in the last 15 months or will be deployed in the next 15 months and volunteers are needed to support these military families throughout the weekend as family buddies and camp counselors.

2019 Schedule/Links for more information:

March 29-31

May 10-12

November 8-10

November 15-17

For questions or assistance in the application process, please contact:

Kate Lipton 404-295-5295 kate@camptwinlakes.org

The U.S. military deploys an All-Volunteer Force worldwide to protect our nation. Our military service members and their families willingly make significant sacrifices to keep us all safe. They’re extremely proud to serve all Americans, despite the added challenges. Blue Star Families is an organization connecting military families with community neighbors to ease the challenges of military life and provide a simple way for all Americans to help keep our military strong.

For more information contact:

Kate Oyer   Ph: (931) 292-2695   Email: koyer@bluestarfam.org

Volunteer Opportunities for Veterans via

the GSU Civic Engagement Office

• Friday Reading Program – Indian Creek Elementary (Clarkston)
  • Read to children on Friday mornings
• Clarkston Community Center Summer Camps
  • Middle and High School ages

• Dept of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) – across the street from Decatur Campus
  • Mentoring opportunities
• MedShare – Sort/pack donated medical supplies (Decatur)
• Foster Care – Sort/pack donated items (Roswell area)
• PAWS/Lifeline Opportunities (Clarkston and Decatur)
• “Feel Good Fridays” – by Dawn Edwards
  • Go out as a group one Friday a month per campus to serve in the community
• Community Garden and Botanical Garden, Decatur Campus
• New Food Pantry coming soon, Clarkston Campus

For more information or to sign-up to participate in an event or program:

Contact: JP Peters, Coordinator

Email: jpeters14@gsu.edu

Phone: 678-891-3274

Are you ready to help put a child on a path to greater success?

Complete a BBBS application through the Military Student Advocate on your campus.

This is a great opportunity for our military-connected students to ‘give back’ by volunteering and investing in the lives of local youth. BBBS’s mission is to provide children facing adversity with strong and enduring, professionally supported, one-to-one relationships that change their lives for the better, forever.

How it works

Volunteers/Mentors are called “Bigs”; Children/Mentees are called “Littles”

An adult, a “Big”, is matched with a child, a “Little”, based on similar interests.

The match will spend time together at least twice a month.

Each volunteer is asked to commit to at least one year as a mentor.

For more information contact:

Juliet Udeochu

Phone: (404) 601-7141

Email: juliet.udeochu@bbbsatl.org

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.

Mass Deployment 2019

Baltimore, MD | June 20-27, 2019

Our fourth Mass Deployment, Operation Charm City Charge, will be held June 20-27 in Baltimore, MD. Over the course of one week, The Mission Continues will deploy more than 80 military veterans from across the country to join forces and tackle tough challenges in South Baltimore, working in the neighborhoods of Brooklyn, Curtis Bay, and Harlem Park West. Participants will serve in a variety of roles over five high-octane days at vital community staples, working alongside community partners and volunteers to create visible change.

All travel and accommodation expenses are paid by 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

Email: Jason.dodge@travismanion.org

Phone: 678-902-5652

H.   Workshops

Emory Healthcare Veterans Program is hosting Deloitte for a Veteran transition workshop. The CORE Fundamentals Program is a high-energy, hands-on workshop designed to equip transitioning service members with personalized guidance and resources to identify and obtain an ideal career in the civilian workforce.

When: 10AM to 4PM on March 22nd

Where: Emory Healthcare Veterans Program, Atlanta, GA

Register to attend via email at corefundamentalsprogram@deloitte.com

No later than March 8th.

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

I.   Sports and Fitness Opportunities

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.  

BlazeSports America Launches

New Online Training & Education Initiative!

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!!!! 

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