CMHS Resources for UConn Student Veterans
Hello and Welcome to our UConn Student Veterans! Whether you decide to come to CMHS for services or not, CMHS strives to be responsive to our Student Veterans by making information available to you that is specific to your concerns not only as a Veteran, but more specifically to you as a student and a student here at UConn. Check out the information below:
- AHEAD
AHEAD provides helpful info specifically for Student Veterans with Disabilities. And though it is professional journal-type info, you may find it particular helpful to you. Give it a read!
http://www.ahead.org/publications/jped_veterans
- The VA
The VA, of course, has developed an entire website especially for You the Student Veteran. It is chock full of very helpful information, resources, links, and other good info designed for you and your ongoing life as a student after your active time as a soldier.
http://www.mentalhealth.va.gov/College/students.asp
Rocky Hill VA
- UConn
UConn is full of hurdles, red tape, forms, and hurdles. How could it not be? In a typical way though, UConn has also put this site together to help you best navigate the intricacies of being a UConn student especially as a Student Veteran.
http://www.veterans.uconn.edu/index.php/Main_Page
- Half of Us Project
The "Half of Us Project" shares students who served in the Iraq War and who speak out about the emotional challenges of adjusting to life back at home and the importance of finding support.
http://www.halfofus.com/video/?videoID=47&chapterID=1
- UConn Veterans House
Veterans House serves all current student veterans at the university. The purpose of Veterans House is to provide a meeting place for veterans to organize, as well as simply a place for vets to take a break from classes. Veterans House is a place to meet other vets, socialize, network, and grow accustomed to university life.
http://www.studentactivities.uconn.edu/veterans.html
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