Jackson College goes Gold with Veteran-Friendly School recognition!
August 21, 2023
The Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency recognized Jackson College’s commitment to veterans and military-connected students with Gold status! Jackson College is one of 62 Veteran-Friendly Schools in Michigan, with 47 receiving Gold status.
“We are incredibly grateful to have 62 Veteran-Friendly Schools in Michigan that are committed to supporting their student-veteran population,” said MVAA Director Adam Hollier. “Making the transition from boots and a helmet to a cap and gown can be a daunting process. Having guidance and resources from their academic institution is a game changer.”
“This, our seventh such designation, speaks to the dedication of Jackson College to our veterans, service members, and military-connected students,” said Randall Locke, veterans resource representative. “As a Michigan Veteran Connector school, Jackson College is a point of contact for all veterans and veteran families. We’re here to ensure people have access to the resources and support they need, whether in the classroom or traveling through life.”
Jackson College offers a dedicated space, the Veterans Resource Center, in Bert Walker Hall. There is a veterans web page (https://www.jccmi.edu/veteran-services/) and a student organization where students can connect to others with similar experiences. For more information, call 517.990.1333.
“As both a parent of a student using veteran benefits and a student using veteran benefits it is my honor and privilege to be able to serve and be TCS2 for every student that walks through the Veteran Resource Center. The Veteran Friendly School – Gold Recognition highlights the care provided to each student,” said Elizabeth Snell, student success navigator and school certifying official.
The VFS program recognizes academic institutions committed to supporting the needs of veterans and military-connected students. These institutions are awarded Gold-, Silver-, and Bronze-level status based on their veteran-centric services and programs. Any academic institution or training facility in Michigan eligible to receive veteran education benefits can apply for the program.