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Student Veterans Center

Please visit us in the new Erb Memorial Union, Room 015 on the ground floor. The University of Oregon Student Veterans Center is dedicated to providing all of our student veterans and their families with the highest level of support and dedication.

Upcoming:

 

Ongoing:

Thursdays, 11:30 AM-12:30 PM
-Karla Haught, a UO Academic Advisor with the Office of Academic Advising will be here to answer questions about class schedules, degree tracts, graduation plans, etc. Come with questions ready!

Please join us in welcoming Sheryl Elliott, LCSW of the Eugene Vet Center, to the Student Veteran Center (SVC) every second Monday of the month from 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM!

As the Readjustment Counseling and Family Therapist for the Eugene Vet Center, Sheryl has graciously offered Office Hours during these times to student who would like to learn more about what the Eugene Vet Center does for veterans, as well as any help with transitioning or life.

For more information please contact: 

Samantha Roberts
Veterans Program Coordinator
UO Student Veterans Center
541-346-3406
veteransgtf@uoregon.edu

Sentinels of Freedom Scholarship Program

What is a Sentinels of Freedom Scholarship?

A Sentinels of Freedom Scholarship is a 2-4 year scholarship that focuses support in Education, Housing, Mentoring, Employment, Career and Networking Assistance, and Financial Planning to severely wounded or injured post 9/11 Veterans who are pursuing their higher education after transitioning from the military. More questions? Explore our FAQ.

What do we provide to our Sentinels?

SOF provides our Sentinels with a nominal housing subsidy while they are pursuing their education. The housing subsidy is designed to assist with any gaps in Vocational Rehabilitation or GI Bill payments and also provides Sentinels with the opportunity to focus their attention on their studies while striving for financial independence.

SOF also provides mentoring and networking opportunities, typically within a Sentinel’s third and fourth year of school. Connections and introductions are also made between our Sentinels and a financial coach/planner.

 

Applications are due June 1st for Fall school enrollment and November 1st for Spring school enrollment.

 

Go to the Sentinels of Freedom website to learn more! https://www.sentinelsoffreedom.org/programs/sentinel-scholarships/

 

Student Veteran Center Career Peer Advising

Veterans, get insider knowledge and guidance from someone who has first-hand experience transitioning from military to civilian life.

Services: We offer one-on-one appointments focused on:

  • Resume and cover letter development
  • Job and internship search strategies

Benefits:

  • Learn how to translate military experience when job searching and creating self-promotion tools
  • Connections with employers who have hired veterans

Schedule an appointment today! Contact studentveteran1@uoregon.edu

Drop-in hours this term: Friday, 10 AM – 12PM at the Career Center

Veterans & Family Student Association (VFSA)

The VFSA is a service organization that also represents and advocates on behalf of Student-Veterans at the University of Oregon. If you would like to learn more about the VFSA, meet fellow Veterans, or volunteer for an event, meetings are held every Thursdays at 5:00 PM; call 541 346 4305 for information.

Check OrgSync or Facebook for current events: https://orgsync.com/49041/chapter www.facebook.com/UOVFSA

The Veteran Center and the VFSA are located in the Erb Memorial Union, Room 015. Website: http://uoregon.orgsync.com/org/vfsa

In an effort to have quick contact with any Veteran or family member that wishes to get involved, we ask that you register with OrgSync, join VFSA and provide your phone number and cell phone provider so we can text you with information that may be of interest. Even if you do not want to get involved, we ask that you register and join VFSA (don’t provide phone number information) so that we may count you in our numbers when we represent the interest of Veterans. Please find the link to our OrgSync page below and follow the necessary steps to register.

https://orgsync.com/login/university-of-oregon

      1. Click on PHOTO ICON and select SETTINGS (it has a two sided wrench next to it).
      2. Click on MY PROFILE and select EDIT YOUR PROFILE.
      3. Provide your Mobile Number and Mobile Provider.