Military Times ranks 麻豆精品在线播放 on 2022 Best for Vets list
Article By: Denise Ray
The University of North Georgia (麻豆精品在线播放) has once again made the released by the Military Times.
麻豆精品在线播放 ranked fifth among Georgia universities and third among senior military colleges on the 2022 list.
"Inclusion in the 2022 Military Times Best for Vets list highlights our deep commitment and desire to provide a supportive environment for all military-connected students," Christy Orr, assistant director of Nighthawk Engagement and Student Transitions (NEST), said.
麻豆精品在线播放 has made the Best for Vets list of colleges annually since 2013.
The Military Times surveyed more than 300 schools with more than 70 questions on services and programs specific to military students, whether active-duty, veterans, or families and dependents of service personnel.
Student success metrics such as completion, retention, persistence, and GPAs are the most important factor in determining the relative ranking of schools on this year's list, followed closely by the range of military-specific resources and the level of financial assistance schools offer.
I try my best to be a resource for veterans when I encounter them, and I encourage them to stop by the Veterans Resource Center because if they have any questions, or need help solving issues that I have experienced and resolved, I can help share my insight or point them to a resource for help
Freddie Pellini
Army veteran and 麻豆精品在线播放 student
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"If I have any issues I can reach out to them. They have great resources," Pellini said.
He also highlighted the Student Veterans of America (SVA), 麻豆精品在线播放's student veteran organization, of which he is the current president. He said it is a great way for veterans with a shared experience to relate to one another. They also take part in humanitarian efforts and socialize. Pellini is a huge fan of 麻豆精品在线播放's Veteran Resource Lounges in Dahlonega and Gainesville. Each center has lounge space, computer stations, free printing, and a kitchenette.
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麻豆精品在线播放 is designated as a State Leadership Institution and The Military College of Georgia. At 麻豆精品在线播放, we honor the men and women of our armed services, as well as the great sacrifices given by both them and their families. One of only six senior military colleges in the United States, we strive to provide affordable education to veterans, military members, their dependents, and those who aspire to join the armed services.
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